Job Title: Psychology Graduate – Flexible School Support Roles Location: Taunton & Surrounding Areas Pay Rate: £89 per day Job Type: Flexible – Term Time Only (You choose your days!) Working Hours: Typically 8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday to Friday) Are you a psychology graduate with a keen interest in child development, behaviour, or mental health? Looking to gain hands-on experience working with young people – while keeping your weeks flexible? We’re looking for psychology graduates to work across primary, secondary, and SEND schools in Taunton, supporting students both academically and emotionally. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, helping children and teens to feel supported, understood, and confident in their learning. Whether you’re exploring future careers in teaching, educational psychology, mental health, counselling, or social work – this experience is invaluable. Why This Role is Ideal for Psychology Graduates • Flexible Schedule – Choose the days you’re free to work • Term-Time Hours – 8:30–3:30 means your evenings and weekends are yours • Relevant Experience – Work in real school environments and see psychological theory in action • Diverse Settings – Support children in mainstream and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) environments • Boost Your CV – Gain experience with behaviour support, classroom dynamics, and learning interventions • Weekly Pay – £89 per day, paid every week What You’ll Do • Support students 1:1, in small groups, or across the classroom • Assist with learning, engagement, and emotional regulation • Apply psychological insights to help students develop social and behavioural skills • Build positive relationships and provide a consistent, supportive presence • Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and support staff to meet individual needs • Contribute to inclusive, safe learning environments where every child can thrive Who We’re Looking For • Recent psychology graduates or students with strong people-focused experience • Empathetic, calm, and great at building rapport • Curious about educational psychology, SEN, mental health, or youth development • Experience working or volunteering with children, young people or vulnerable groups is a big plus • Comfortable working in a variety of settings and adapting to different needs • Access to a car is advantageous Perfect for You If... You want flexible work that fits around further study, training, or part-time roles — and you’re excited to turn your psychology knowledge into meaningful impact with young people. Ready to step into the classroom and apply your psychology skills where they matter? Apply now to start flexible school support work across Taunton – ideal for psychology graduates building experience in education, SEN, or mental health. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sancha Clark on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sancha Clark&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016</strong></strong>