Psychology Graduate - Education Opportunities

Psychology Graduate - Education Opportunities

Tradewind Recruitment | Wirral | Flexible Opportunities

🎓 Recently graduated in Psychology and interested in working with children and young people?

Are you fascinated by how young people learn, develop and interact? Are you considering a career in educational psychology, child psychology, counselling, teaching or special educational needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to work in secondary schools across the Wirral, supporting pupils with a range of educational and additional needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to put your degree into practice, gain hands-on experience in an educational setting and develop valuable skills that could support your future career.

✨ The Role

As a Psychology Graduate working in a school, you could:

Provide one-to-one support for pupils who require additional help with their learning and development.
Support pupils with special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.
Help pupils develop their confidence, social skills and emotional regulation.
Work alongside teachers and SEN teams to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Support small groups and individual pupils with classroom activities.
Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage engagement with learning.
Gain first-hand experience of how psychological principles can be applied in an educational setting.

🎓 Who We're Looking For

A recent graduate, or someone with a degree, in Psychology or a related subject.
A genuine interest in child development, mental health, behaviour and learning.
A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Someone who is keen to learn and develop their experience working with young people.
Previous experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not always essential.

🌟 Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Gain valuable hands-on experience relevant to future careers in psychology, education and mental health.
Explore different secondary school environments across the Wirral.
Develop practical experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
Access flexible day-to-day, short-term and longer-term opportunities.
Receive support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
Build your confidence and develop transferable skills for your future career.

🚀 Where Could This Lead?

School-based experience can be a valuable stepping stone towards careers in:

Educational Psychology.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
Clinical or Child Psychology.
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Teaching and education.
Behavioural and pastoral support.

📩 Ready to Get Started?

If you're a Psychology Graduate looking to gain meaningful experience working with young people, we'd love to hear from you!

Get in touch with Tatum at Tradewind Recruitment ((url removed)) to discuss the opportunities available across the Wirral.

📧 Send over your CV today and take your first step towards a rewarding career in education
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed