Vacancy Details
Vacancy Type : Temporary
Location: Bristol East, Bristol North / West , Bristol South
Salary : £90.00
Consultants Name : Beth Hoyle
Description
Psychology Graduate (full-time roles in an alternative provision)Location: Bristol
Contract: Full Time
Start: ASAP
Pay: 90-100 per day (including holiday pay)
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with young people who have experienced trauma, social difficulties, or challenges with emotional regulation? We are recruiting resilient people to work as Teaching Assistants in an alternative provision for students who have been excluded from mainstream settings.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Youth Work, or Teaching.
The School
An alternative provision supporting students who have experienced trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), behavioural difficulties and disrupted education. Classes are small, highly structured and supported by an experienced and trauma-informed staff team. Students follow personalised learning plans to help them re-engage with education in a safe environment.
The Role
Full-time role supporting secondary-age students
Helping young people regulate their emotions and re-engage with learning
Building trusting, therapeutic relationships
Supporting personalised learning programmes designed to meet individual needs
Working with a team that uses restorative and trauma-informed practice
Assisting both in lessons and during off-site learning activities
We’re looking for psychology graduates who:
Are emotionally resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
Are passionate about improving outcomes for young people
Want experience working with trauma, attachment, emotional regulation and behaviour
Can build strong, positive relationships
Are proactive, patient and reflective
Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable groups (desirable but not essential)
Desirable:
Experience in PRUs, SEMH settings, care, youth work or mentoring
Drivers (not essential, but helpful for AP settings)
What Five Education can offer you:
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Free specialist training (Trauma, Team Teach, Makaton, Autism, Speech and Language, ADHD and more)
Recommend a friend bonus scheme
Refunded DBS cost after 20 days of work
Guaranteed Work Scheme for peace of mind
Specialist support and mentoring throughout your placement
Pay:
PAYE payroll – transparent and free from hidden fees. Pay includes holiday pay.
Vetting:
All applicants will undergo reference and TRA checks. A DBS may be required (£62.70, refunded after 20 days and registration to the update service).
If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want meaningful experience in the psychology and education sectors, we’d love to hear from you.