Psychology Graduates: Gain Real-World SEMH Experience

Graduate Psychology Support Role - PRUs & Alternative Provision

If you have studied psychology, you already understand the theory. This role gives you the real-world experience that postgraduate courses and employers value.

We are offering a unique opportunity for Psychology graduates to work directly with young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and Alternative Provision (AP) settings.

You will support students whose behaviours are often rooted in trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation - applying psychological theory in a practical, supervised environment.

This role is particularly suited to graduates aspiring to careers in:

Educational Psychology

Clinical or Counselling Psychology

CAMHS or mental health services

Child and Adolescent Development

SEN Teaching or Pastoral Leadership

What Makes This Role Ideal for Psychology Graduates:

Hands-on exposure to behavioural, attachment, and trauma-informed approaches

Experience observing and supporting emotional regulation and coping strategies

Opportunities to work alongside SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals

A strong evidence base for PGCE, MSc, DClinPsy, or Assistant Psychologist applications

Your Day-to-Day Impact:

Providing 1:1 and small-group SEMH support

Supporting students with emotional ...