Job Description

🧠 Calling All Psychology Students & Graduates - Gain Paid School Experience in Secondary Schools across Swindon! 🧠
Are you a Psychology student or graduate looking for flexible, meaningful, and rewarding work with young people aged between 11 - 18? Interested in building experience that supports future careers in psychology, education, mental health, social work, or therapy?
We are recruiting Psychology students and graduates to work across secondary schools in Swindon in supporting roles as either Teaching Assistants or Cover Supervisors, helping to make a real difference in young people's lives.
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💼 The Roles:
You'll be working in local secondary schools (ages 11-16) in one of the following roles:
* Teaching Assistant - supporting students in class, including those with SEN, SEMH, or additional needs
* Cover Supervisor - supervising pre-planned lessons during teacher absence and supporting positive behaviour and engagement
Both roles offer valuable, hands-on experience working with young people in a school environment.
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🕒 The Hours:
* Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
* Choose to work 2-5 days per week
* Flexible work to suit your studies, childcare, or other commitments
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💰 The Pay:
* £90 - £120 per day (PAYE)
* Paid weekly
* Rate dependent on role and experience
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🎓 No School Experience? No Problem!
No previous school-based experience is required. We provide:
* A free, in-person 3-hour training course to prepare you for working in schools
* Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the National College
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🌟 What You'll Gain:
* Paid experience working with young people in a professional setting
* Practical insight into behaviour, learning, and mental health needs
* A chance to apply your Psychology knowledge in real-life situations
* Confidence, resilience, and transferable skills for future careers
* The satisfaction of making a real, positive impact every day
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💡 Why Work With Tradewind?
* Your pay matters: we aim to secure the best possible rates and offer honest guidance
* Your development matters: free CPD and training to support your career goals
* Your flexibility matters: work when it suits you - short-term, long-term, and ongoing roles available
* Your wellbeing matters: people-first approach from a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer (four years running)
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✨ Requirements:
* Psychology student or graduate (or related subject)
* A genuine interest in supporting young people
* Previous experience with children or young people is desirable but not essential
* Legal right to work in the UK
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📞 Interested?
Click 'Apply Now' or contact Michelle Withers for more information about flexible Psychology graduate opportunities in Swindon.
📧 Email: michelle.withers@twrecruitment.com
📞 Call: 0117 301 7578
Start building experience that matters - and see how your Psychology degree can help shape young lives 🌈