Psychology graduate

Psychology Graduate? Let’s put that degree to work. You’ve done the lectures, smashed the deadlines, and earned your degree. Now it’s time for the real-world bit If you’re based in or around Leeds and want hands-on experience working with young people, this could be your perfect next step. £93–£118 per day Harrogate & surrounding areas Immediate & ongoing roles What you’ll be doing This isn’t your typical classroom role. You’ll be supporting young people in Special schools, PRUs, and alternative settings—helping them re-engage, rebuild confidence, and feel understood. Expect to: Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs Build trust, routines, and positive relationships Help students get back into learning See your psychology knowledge come to life every day Small wins here = big impact Why this is a great move A solid stepping stone into teaching, educational and wider roles in psychology, or even mental health careers Hands-on experience schools and universities actually value Many roles lead to long-term or permanent positions Support from a friendly, local consultant who gets it You’ll fit right in if you’re… Calm, patient, and genuinely empathetic Confident building relationships with young people Resilient (some days are tough—but worth it) Keen to learn and get stuck in ➕ Bonus points if you’ve got: (Not essential—just helpful!) A Psychology, Criminology, or related degree Experience in youth work, care, or mentoring Any SEMH, SEND, or PRU exposure Tutoring, coaching, or creative skills ⚽ Behaviour support training (or happy to learn!) ⭐ What you’ll get Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella faff) FREE training & CPD, including SEND and behaviour support Quick, simple registration Roles matched to you—no pressure into the wrong fit Ongoing support from a team that actually cares What you’ll need DBS on the Update Service (or happy to apply) Right to work in the UK Two references An up-to-date CV Ready to get started? If you’re looking for a role where you’ll feel supported, valued, and make a real difference—this is it. Drop us a message or apply today. No pressure, just a chat about what could work for you All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website