Job title: Psychology Graduate
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Non-Class Based
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Finchley, Barnet
Job published: 08-07-2026
Job ID: 122197

Job Description

Psychology Graduate – Barnet – September 2026

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain school-based experience in Barnet from September 2026? This North London secondary school offers a calm, structured and supportive setting, making it an ideal opportunity for an aspiring teacher, Educational Psychologist, SEN professional or graduate looking to build practical experience before further training.

Psychology Graduate | Benefits

• £100-£110 per day PAYE, paid weekly
• Full-time, term-time only Psychology Graduate role
• September 2026 start, with long-term stability for the full academic year
• Future teacher training opportunities for the right graduate
• Gain practical experience supporting pupils across KS3-KS5
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEND team
• Ideal Psychology Graduate role before Educational Psychology, teacher training, mental health or child development routes

Psychology Graduate | School Details

• Based in Barnet, with strong transport links across North London
• Inclusive secondary school with a strong focus on academic progress, pastoral care and pupil development
• Psychology Graduate support will involve classroom learning, targeted intervention and some SEND support
• Pupils may present with needs including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH and EHCP targets
• Behaviour is calm and expectations are clear, making this a strong environment for a graduate to develop
• Supportive SEND and pastoral teams in place to help the successful Psychology Graduate build confidence

Psychology Graduate | Candidate Requirements

• Psychology Graduate with a 2:1 or above from a strong university
• Genuine interest in education, SEN, mental health or child development
• Confident supporting pupils with learning needs, low-level SEMH and EHCP targets
• Strong GCSEs and A-Levels preferred
• Reliable, professional and able to commit for the full academic year
• Now looking to apply your Psychology degree and academic background within a school environment

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Psychology Graduate role in Barnet. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Psychology Graduate role.

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