Psychology Graduate Academic Coach

Psychology Graduate Academic Coach

Do you want a specialist school role that builds the kind of real-world experience you need for a future in clinical psychology?

*** Psychology Graduate Academic Coach
*** September 2026 to July 2027 *** £90 - £110 per day
*** Specialist school, Wolverhampton
*** Ideal for someone looking to go down the clinical psychology route

If you are aiming for clinical psychology, this Psychology Graduate Academic Coach role gives you daily experience supporting pupils with complex needs in a specialist setting. You will help pupils access learning, build routines, and develop regulation and communication skills, while working closely with teachers and wider support staff to deliver consistent, structured support.

• You will provide 1:1 and small group academic support across core subjects, matched to pupil needs.
• You will help pupils regulate, stay engaged, and access learning through calm, consistent routines.
• You will deliver targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy to close gaps and build confidence.
• You will support behaviour for learning using agreed strategies, clear boundaries, and de-escalation.
• You will adapt tasks so pupils can succeed without lowering expectations.
• You will track progress and share clear feedback with teachers and the wider support team.
• You will follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times and report concerns immediately.

• You will have a 2:2 degree or above in Psychology (or a closely related subject).
• You will have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• You will be calm, patient, and consistent, especially when behaviour is challenging.
• You will communicate clearly and keep strong professional boundaries.
• You will be reliable, proactive, and comfortable following support plans consistently.
• You will have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or you will be willing to obtain one.

This specialist school in Wolverhampton supports pupils who need a more tailored approach to learning and behaviour. Staff work as a team, routines are clear, and support is structured so pupils can make progress academically and emotionally. You will be guided by experienced professionals and gain practical insight into needs-led support that links closely to clinical and therapeutic career pathways.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Psychology Graduate Academic Coach role. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you within 3 working days to discuss the school and next steps.

Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.