Psychology Graduate Opportunity – York Are you a recent Psychology graduate looking to kickstart a rewarding career in education? Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, is offering an exciting opportunity for Psychology graduates in York to work in schools and make a real difference in young people’s lives. About the Role: Location: York Start Date: Immediate or flexible start dates available Role Type: Full-time or part-time options Pay Rate: Competitive (£75-£95 per day, depending on experience) What You’ll Do: Work as a Teaching Assistant or Behaviour Mentor, supporting students with additional needs, such as autism, ADHD, or SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) difficulties. Assist with lesson delivery, providing tailored support to students both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Build positive relationships with pupils to support their emotional wellbeing and learning development. Gain valuable classroom experience and work alongside experienced teaching staff. Ideal Candidate: A recent Psychology graduate (or a graduate in a related field) with an interest in education, child development, or mental health. Passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives. Flexible, resilient, and eager to learn. Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential – full training is provided. What We Offer: Access to a range of CPD training courses, including behaviour management and safeguarding. Ongoing support from our dedicated consultants. A chance to gain invaluable classroom experience, perfect for those considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or social work. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to combine your Psychology expertise with a meaningful role in education. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must provide suitable references. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.