Psychology Graduate

Psychology Graduate – Full-Time (Temp to Perm)
Location: Chorley
Start Date: 5th January 2026

Are you a Psychology or related graduate looking to start a rewarding career supporting children and young people with additional needs?

We are working with a specialist education provision in Chorley seeking a motivated and resilient graduate to join their team on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a setting dedicated to supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and other learning difficulties.

The Role:

• Supporting students aged 10–16 on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Helping learners to manage emotions, develop social skills, and engage positively in education

• Working closely with teachers and therapists to implement tailored support strategies

• Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal growth

The Ideal Candidate:

• Psychology (or related subject) graduate seeking practical experience in education, SEN, or mental health

• Confident, patient, and resilient, with strong communication skills

• Able to build positive relationships with young people who may display challenging behaviour

• Committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable learners

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday (term-time only)

• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity after 12 weeks

• Ongoing support and professional development from a dedicated team

This position would suit graduates interested in progressing into careers such as Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, or Teaching.

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want to build meaningful experience in a specialist education environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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.
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