Worked hard for your degree? Ready to put it to real use in local schools?
You’ve grafted through lectures, deadlines, and dissertations. Now you’re asking the big question: what’s next?
If you’re a Psychology Graduate in Leeds seeking meaningful, hands-on experience in education, this could be the perfect next step. We’re recruiting graduates to work in SEMH schools, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), and alternative provision settings across Leeds and nearby areas.
Pay: £90–£118 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Location: Leeds and surrounding areas
Start: Immediate and ongoing roles available
Why This Role is Ideal for Psychology Graduates
This isn’t a standard classroom position. You’ll be supporting young people who require patience, structure, and someone who truly understands behaviour, emotions, and relationships.
You’ll see psychological theory come to life as you:
- Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs
- Help young people re-engage with education
- Build trust, routines, and confidence
- Gain experience that strengthens future PGCE, Master’s, or Assistant Psychologist applications
No two days are the same, and every small breakthrough really matters.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
- Many roles lead to long-term or permanent positions
- A brilliant stepping stone into teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or mental health careers
- Hands-on experience schools and universities genuinely value
- Support from a local Leeds-based consultant who knows education inside out
We’re Looking for Graduates Who Are
- Based in or able to travel in and around Leeds
- Calm, empathetic, and resilient
- Confident in building positive relationships with young people
- Adaptable and eager to learn on the job
Experience That’s a Bonus (but Not Essential)
- Psychology, Criminology, or related degrees
- Youth work, mentoring, care, or residential support
- SEMH, SEND, or PRU experience
- Tutoring in English, Maths, or Science
- Drama, sport, or creative activities
- Behaviour support or Team Teach training, or willingness to train
New to education? That’s absolutely fine. Attitude, empathy, and commitment matter most — we’ll support the rest.
What Protocol Education Offers You
- ⭐ Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
- ⭐ FREE CPD and online training, including SEND and behaviour support
- ⭐ Quick, friendly registration
- ⭐ Local Leeds school placements matched to you — we don’t pressure you into work you’re not keen on
- ⭐ Ongoing support from a team that genuinely cares about your progress
We’ll also encourage you to complete an introduction to Thrive training, which schools value highly and which can significantly enhance your profile.
You’ll need
- A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Two professional references
- A current CV covering recent experience
Ready to Start Your Education Career in Leeds?
If you’re a Psychology Graduate looking for education jobs in Leeds, this is a brilliant place to begin.
Apply today or drop us a message for a no-pressure chat about your options. Let’s get you into a role where you’ll feel supported, valued, and inspired.
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.
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