Academics
Psychology Graduate
Psychology Graduate at Academics, based in Worthing, South East England, paying £92 - £93 per day. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £92 - £93 per day
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Worthing, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
18% below the typical rate for teaching assistant
Reference 57415773
About the role
Psychology Graduate - Worthing - October 2026
Do you love working with children and thrive on seeing their progression?
Are you a naturally resilient and empathetic person?
Could you benefit from working school hours and with a regular ongoing shift pattern?
This position could be exactly what you've been looking for!
A specialist SEN school for children with autism and complex needs is welcoming a psychology graduate to join their expanding team of incredible support staff. No day is ever the same in this role, as you will see the young learners go from strength to strength, with a few hurdles to support them over along the way. You will experience various cognitive behaviours and learn different methods to overcome challenges.
What can the psychology graduate expect on a daily basis?
- Working with teachers to support children with reading and writing
- Assisting with play-related activities
- Ensuring the safety of the child/children you are allocation to work with
- Delivering personal care to children with more severe needs (feeding, cleaning, changing and toileting)
Why is this such a great role for a psychology graduate?
- Initial and ongoing training is provided
- An excellent position for someone who has the ambition to become a teacher
- Fantastic working hours typically of 08:30-15:30 term-time only
- Competitive rate of pay
- Having a really impacting contribution on the upbringing and development of a vulnerable child
If you're a psychology graduate and this sounds like the sort of role you're looking for to develop and progress your career, then please apply now
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
Reference: 57415773 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via Academics
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