Psychology Graduate - Learning Mentor

GraduateJobs • Graduate • Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom • £101 - £120 / year • 1w ago

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to make a difference in young people's lives?

Are you passionate about education, child development, mental health, and SEND, and hoping to gain meaningful, hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology?

We're thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Psychology Graduate aspiring to become an Educational Psychologist to join secondary schools across Leeds as a Learning Support Assistant.

This full-time position provides invaluable classroom experience supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping you develop key skills in learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.

Why This Role is Perfect for Aspiring Educational Psychologists?

This role provides daily exposure to the practical side of educational psychology, ideal for graduates planning to apply for postgraduate training or an Educational Psychology Doctorate.

You'll support students aged 4-18 with diverse needs including Autism, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

Start date: November or January

Location: Leeds

Salary: £101.40 - £120

Contract: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

You'll gain valuable experience in:

Applying psychological and educational strategies such as emotional regulation and sensory integration.

Collaborating with SEND specialists, educational psychologists, and therapy teams.

Using restorative and trauma-informed approaches to foster positive learning experiences

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