Job Description

Are you a psychology graduate looking to start a rewarding career in education? Do you want to make a real difference in children's lives by applying your knowledge and passion for child development and mental health? If so, we want to hear from you!

Position: Psychology Graduate

Location: Canterbury

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: 83.33

About Us: Tradewind Recruitment are a leading education recruitment agency in the UK. We work with many schools across Canterbury and would love to find you your next education-based role!

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Psychology Graduate for an educational support role. This role is the perfect opportunity to use your understanding of psychological principles to support students, particularly those with additional needs, and help them thrive in their school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learning Support: Work with individual students or small groups to support their academic progress, helping them engage with lessons and build confidence in their abilities.
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistance: Support children with SEN such as autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties. Your psychology background will help you understand their unique needs and adapt strategies to meet them.
• Behavioural Guidance: Assist teachers by helping students manage behavioural challenges, using techniques such as positive reinforcement and emotional regulation strategies to improve classroom behaviour.
• Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to create an inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed.
• Emotional Support: Provide emotional and social support to students, helping them build resilience, develop self-esteem, and navigate challenges inside and outside of the classroom.

What You'll Bring:

• A degree in psychology with an interest in education and child development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with students and staff.
• A compassionate and patient approach, particularly when working with students who have additional needs.
• A passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people.

What We Offer at Tradewind:

• We have above-market rates of pay that acknowledge your skills and experience and the hard work you are putting in.
• Your professional growth is a priority for us, so we offer a wide range of training and courses to help your continuous development. You will have access to over 2500 FREE certified CPD courses via the National College and we are the only agency that is partnered with them.
• You will be able to manage your timesheets and availability conveniently through our user-friendly online portal.

Kickstart your career in education and make a positive impact, apply today! You can do this by sending your CV to (url removed) / or just give us a call on (phone number removed)