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Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor - Bristol Psychology Students & Graduates Wanted | Paid School Experience | £95-£125 per day Are you a Psychology student or Psychology graduate looking to gain paid experience working with children and young people? Do you want practical experience that will support careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work, Therapy, or Teaching? We are recruiting Psychology graduates and students to work in primary, secondary, and SEN schools across Bristol as Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors, supporting pupils aged 5-18. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on school experience, develop behaviour management skills, and apply psychology knowledge in real classroom settings. The Role: Teaching Assistant • Support pupils in lessons across primary, secondary, or SEN schools, • Work with students with SEN, SEMH, autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs, • Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom engagement, • Supervise pre-planned lessons during teacher absence, • Manage classroom behaviour and support student engagement Working Hours • Monday to Friday, • 8:30am - 3:30pm, • 2-5 days per week available, • £95 - £125 per day (PAYE), • Weekly pay, • Free 3-hour in-person training to prepare you for working in schools, • Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses and webinars via The National College, • Benefits, • Paid experience working with children and young people, • Develop knowledge of SEN, behaviour, and mental health needs, • Ideal experience for careers in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, Social Work, or Teaching, • Flexible work opportunities in local schools Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer (four years running) and one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies. We pride ourselves on our people-first approach and strong relationships with schools across Bristol. Requirements • Psychology degree or currently studying Psychology (or related subject), • Interest in working with children or young people, • Experience with young people (coaching, tutoring, care work, mentoring, etc.) desirable but not essential If you're a Psychology graduate or student looking for school experience in Bristol, we would love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or contact Lottie Dullea for more information. Email:

Region/ country: United Kingdom Job title: Talent Acquisition Lead Reporting to: Head of Business Location: London or Bristol Company Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis employs 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology. Scope The Talent Acquisition Lead ensures the smooth operation of the TA function across multiple business units while personally delivering hands-on recruitment. This role is equally focused on day-to-day coordination, proactive management, and oversight of the TA team as it is on individual hiring responsibilities. It combines strategic alignment, operational excellence, and talent delivery to achieve the Head of TA’s vision and hiring objectives. Role The Talent Acquisition Lead will oversee and coordinate the daily activities of the TA team, ensuring workload distribution, prioritisation of roles, and operational efficiency, while also personally managing recruitment campaigns. This includes end-to-end hiring, industry mapping, competitor intelligence, and stakeholder collaboration. The role requires proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and continuous improvement to ensure high-performing TA operations and exceptional candidate experiences. Responsibilities • Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the TA team, including workload management, prioritisation of roles, and proactive support to associates., • Execute hands-on end-to-end recruitment for high-priority roles, contributing directly to a portion of hiring targets., • Conduct role briefings with Delivery, Operations, Business Management, Practice Leadership, Compliance, and HR to fully understand requirements., • Scope job descriptions, create sourcing strategies, design targeted campaigns, and manage talent pipelines., • Map industries, track competitor activity, and identify target companies for proactive headhunting and talent acquisition., • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, interviewing, assessing, offering, negotiating, and pre-onboarding activities., • Conduct performance reviews, annual PDRs, and goal setting for TA staff in partnership with the Head of TA., • Support capability building of associate-level TA staff alongside the TA Coach., • Monitor team KPIs, produce 1:1 reports, and ensure process compliance and efficiency., • Unblock recruitment or operational challenges wherever possible to maintain pace and quality., • Protect and enhance candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey., • Amplify Akkodis’ Employer Value Proposition (EVP) and integrate DE&I principles in all recruitment activities., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise TA processes and operational efficiency. Required Experience • Proven experience in hands-on recruitment, delivering end-to-end hiring across multiple business units., • Experience balancing individual recruitment responsibilities with day-to-day team coordination., • Track record in mapping industries, target companies, and competitor talent for proactive sourcing., • Experience collaborating with Business Management, Technical Operations, Practice Leadership, Compliance, and HR., • Experience in coaching, mentoring, and performance management of TA staff., • Knowledge of recruitment campaign design, interviewing, offering, and pre-onboarding workflows. Required Skills • Strong organisational and coordination skills to manage day-to-day TA operations., • Hands-on recruitment capability across diverse roles and levels., • Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills., • Analytical skills to track KPIs, recruitment metrics, and talent mapping data., • Ability to prioritise tasks, unblock issues, and maintain operational efficiency., • Strong communication skills to brief stakeholders and guide candidates., • Continuous improvement mindset with focus on process excellence and candidate experience., • Commitment to DE&I and amplifying Akkodis’ EVP. Preferred Education • Bachelor’s degree in, Business, Psychology, or a related field., • Professional recruitment or HR certifications (e.g., RecCert, CIPD, AIRS, LinkedIn Talent Solutions) desirable but not mandatory.

Mental Health Advisor – Affiliate (Contractor) The role As a Mental Health Advisor Affiliate, you will provide confidential emotional support to service users and offer advice and guidance around mental health and related issues. Our service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and affiliates are invited to express their availability for shifts across the service schedule. Our services also include supporting clients via the myStrength App. About Us Our Mental Health Service provides high quality mental health services to clients accessing healthcare via their insurance provider or employer. Our services include assessment, therapy, in the moment support, and digital self-help tools. We believe in the efficacy of virtual interventions, and we provide brief therapy to a low-risk population, presenting with mild-moderate common mental health problems. The service operates 24/7 365 days a year. Contract type: Self‑employed contractor (Affiliate) Salary: £14–£17 per hour, depending on shift type (standard hours vs out‑of‑hours) Hours of work: Flexible and agreed per shift. Affiliates may choose and accept shifts based on their availability. The service is a 24 hour service working days/evenings/nights, weekends and bank holidays Location: Remote. Affiliates may be invited to attend occasional in‑person activities (e.g., optional training sessions, team days or client events), though participation is not mandatory. Person Specification • Experience providing telephone‑based or digital emotional support to a range of clients, including individuals in distress., • Excellent telephone manner with strong active listening, questioning, and reflective skills., • Genuine empathy towards mental health issues and a commitment to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health., • Experience in assessing and responding to mental health risk within a remote setting., • You will have proven communication skills, a confident manner and be articulate., • Hold awareness of the effects of stigma and discrimination., • Knowledge of recovery in the context of mental health., • The ability to signpost and offer guidance to clients regarding local or national services. Role Expectations / Key Activities Affiliates engaged for this work may be required to undertake the following activities as part of the services they choose to accept: • Provide confidential emotional support to service users and provide advice and guidance around mental health and other issues., • Support clients to make an application for therapy via their provider app., • Generate individual Risk Support Plans for patients based upon risk assessments, enabling wider services to support patients appropriately., • Liaise with duty lead and follow risk protocols, as and when necessary., • To maintain accurate good quality clinical notes and service monitoring records in accordance with the Service Delivery Framework and high clinical practice standards., • Work collaboratively with team members within the mental health service., • Participate in clinical supervision as part of governance and quality assurance (not line management)., • Engage in optional team learning, peer forums, or updates where they support service quality., • Provide reasonable support to the onboarding of other affiliates where appropriate and mutually agreed., • Work flexibly by expressing availability for shifts across days, evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays., • Any other duties relevant to the role. Essential Qualifications: Affiliates must hold at least one of the following: • Counselling Certificate Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent), • MHFA Qualification, • Trainee counsellor (note: role not counted as a training placement), • Psychology degree (or equivalent) What we offer in return: Commitment to living & championing the Teladoc Health values • We are passionate about taking care of people, • We are committed to unsurpassed quality, • We lead with integrity, accountability and transparency, • We respect each other and value succeeding together, • We strive to create value, • We stand up for what’s right, • We keep our promises Why join Teladoc Health UK? • Be part of a Great Place to Work Certified organisation, committed to inclusivity and wellbeing., • Enjoy flexible hybrid/remote working within a supportive team environment., • Engage in meaningful work, delivering impactful healthcare solutions to clients globally., • Join a growing, innovative organisation at the forefront of virtual healthcare. About Teladoc Health Teladoc Health is transforming how people access and experience healthcare. Recognised as the world leader in virtual care, Teladoc Health directly delivers millions of medical visits across 175 countries each year. Being a NYSE listed company, Teladoc Health has experienced a continual growth in the last years reaching a revenue above $2.5B by leveraging its 2 decades of expertise and real-time insights to meet the growing virtual care needs of consumers, healthcare professionals, employers and health plans. Teladoc Health UK delivers a market leading suite of virtual care products and services into the UK market. Our clientele covers both private and public sector healthcare markets. We provide an innovative whole of health solution, covering physical, mental and wellbeing services, and enable patients to conveniently access our services through customer focused technology solutions. < Our Commitment to Equality and Diversity Teladoc Health UK adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination on any of the protected grounds in the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Teladoc Health UK.

Five Education are looking for compassionate, patient, and motivated Psychology Graduates to join a supportive SEND school in Bristol as Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who are interested in gaining practical experience supporting children and young people with additional needs. Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates. The school supports students with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities. In this role, you will help pupils access learning, develop emotional regulation skills, and build confidence within a structured and supportive environment. This position is particularly suited to graduates interested in educational psychology, clinical psychology, therapy, social work, or teaching, who are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience in a specialist setting. Key Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 or small group support based on pupils' individual needs and EHCP targets., • Support students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and social skills., • Assist teachers in adapting learning activities to suit different abilities and learning styles., • A degree in Psychology or a related subject., • A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEND or behavioural needs., • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils., • Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more, • Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days), • Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Bristol, Bath & Gloucester Full-Time & Part-Time Roles | Term-Time Only | Long-Term and Permanent Roles Available Immediate Starts | Ideal for Graduates Seeking Experience in SEN, Education or Psychology We are seeking enthusiastic and committed graduates to support schools across Bristol, Bath and Gloucester as Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants. This role involves working closely with children and young people who have a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism, SEMH, ADHD, communication differences, learning difficulties and behavioural challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience before progressing into careers such as teaching, educational psychology, SEN support, youth work, mental health services or social care. Whether your degree is in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Social Sciences, Childhood Studies, Counselling, Sports Science or a related field, or you simply have a passion for supporting children, this role offers valuable experience within inclusive educational settings. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of learning, social and emotional needs Build strong, supportive relationships to help pupils develop confidence and independence Assist students with communication, emotional regulation and classroom routines Support teachers with deliverin...

Teaching Assistant Job – Outstanding Primary School – Bristol Role: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant Location: Bristol Start Date: September Contract: Full-time, fixed-term for 1 academic year Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Are you an aspiring teacher or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in an Outstanding Primary School in Bristol? Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a real difference to their education? We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to work on a 1:1 basis with pupils with additional needs in a highly regarded and supportive primary school in Bristol. This is a full-time role starting in September, running for one academic year, offering invaluable classroom experience in a nurturing and inclusive environment. This role is particularly well suited to candidates who have completed (or are completing) a degree in Education Studies, Psychology, Sociology, or a related subject, as well as those who are considering a future career in primary teaching, SEND, educational psychology, or pastoral support. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to support pupils with additional needs, help them access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop socially and emotionally. You will gain first-hand experience of classroom practice, behaviour support strategies, and inclusive teaching approaches within an Outstanding setting. We are looking for enthusiastic, patient, and committed individuals who have a genuine interest in child development and inclusive education. Previous school-based experience is desirable but not essential – training and ongoing support will be provided. In return, you will receive support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant, access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply), market-leading pay, PAYE pay with no hidden costs, free CPD and training via My-Progression, and a £100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply). If you are looking for a Teaching Assistant job in Bristol and want to gain meaningful experience working 1:1 with pupils with additional needs in an Outstanding Primary School, we would love to hear from you. Click APPLY NOW or get in touch today. Email: (url removed) Call: (phone number removed) Start your journey in education. Gain experience. Make a difference. ✨ All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant (Postgraduate Opportunity) Do you have a nurturing and compassionate nature? Are you a recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sports-related fields looking to make a meaningful impact? Teaching Personnel are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This full-time Teaching Assistant position, based in Bristol, involves working with both Primary and Secondary SEN students who may experience challenges with emotional regulation and may have experienced trauma. As a Teaching Assistant, your role will extend far beyond academic support. You will build strong, trusting relationships with students, helping them understand and manage their emotions through consistent communication and positive reinforcement. This role is particularly suited to graduates looking to pursue careers in educational psychology, youth justice, social work, or coaching. The school provides a unique and engaging curriculum, combining core academic subjects such as Maths and English with practical life skills, including cooking and mechanics, supported by on-site specialist facilities. About the role: Full-time position, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 15:00) Small class sizes of 8–10 pupils, allowing for meaningful relationship building Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Sports Science, or related fields £92 per day, paid weekly On-site parking and accessible transport routes Opportunity to progress into a long-term or permanent contract What you need: A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Sports, or a related field A strong desire to support vulnerable young people and make a positive impact Confidence working with challenging behaviour and emotionally dysregulated students Resilience, adaptability, and a calm, proactive approach A genuine passion for child development, behaviour support, and mentoring This role is available immediately. If you are looking to take the next step in your career and become a positive role model for young people who need guidance and support, we encourage you to apply. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Teaching Assistant Job – Outstanding Primary School – Bristol Role: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant Location: Bristol Start Date: September Contract: Full-time, fixed-term (1 academic year) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) About the Role ‍‍ Are you an aspiring teacher or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in an Outstanding Primary School in Bristol? Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and making a real impact on their learning journey? ❤️ We are recruiting Teaching Assistants to work 1:1 with pupils with additional needs in a highly supportive and inclusive primary school. This full-time role starts in September and runs for one academic year, offering valuable classroom experience. Ideal for Candidates This role is perfect if you are studying or have completed a degree in: Education Studies Psychology Sociology Or a related field It’s also ideal if you're considering a career in: Primary Teaching SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) Educational Psychology Pastoral Support Your Responsibilities As a Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant, you will: Work closely with class teachers and the SEN team Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs Help pupils access the curriculum Support social, emotional, and academic development Build confidence and encourage independence You’ll gain hands-on experience in: Classroom practice Behaviour support strategies Inclusive teaching methods What We’re Looking For We’re seeking individuals who are: Enthusiastic and motivated Patient and compassionate Committed to child development and inclusive education School experience is a bonus, but not essential – full training and ongoing support are provided! What You’ll Get Dedicated education recruitment consultant support Access to Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply) Competitive PAYE pay – no hidden costs Free CPD & training via My-Progression £100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply) Apply Today If you're looking for a Teaching Assistant job in Bristol and want meaningful experience supporting pupils 1:1 in an Outstanding Primary School, we’d love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW or get in touch: lily.charles (phone number removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

We are seeking someone to work within the Bristol area as an SEN Teaching Assistant. The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will have a degree, experience, or knowledge of Special Needs. Someone who might have worked in care, someone who wishes to pursue a career in Psychology or educational psychology, speech, and language, or has a genuine interest in working within Special Educational Needs. SEN Teaching Assistants experience, training, and qualification Experience or interest in Special Educational Needs Autism, Speech, and Language Needs Strong command of English Experience within health care would is desirable Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (this training can be offered by Prospero) To be eligible for this SEN Teaching Assistant role: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references

Human Factors Consultant What's in It for You? Competitive salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Comprehensive benefits package Flexible working with early finish on Fridays Hybrid model: 3 days on-site in Bristol (10min walk from Temple Meads) Clear career progression and promotion opportunities Exposure to meaningful, real-world healthcare innovation projects Supportive, forward-thinking team culture The Opportunity An innovative and fast-growing consultancy within the medical technology space is looking for a Human Factors Consultant to join its expanding Bristol-based team of Human Factors Consultants. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 1-4 years' relevant experience who is eager to develop their career in human factors and usability engineering. You'll play a hands-on role in delivering impactful projects that directly influence the safety and effectiveness of medical devices, while benefiting from structured support, mentorship, and clear progression pathways. The Role Human Factors Consultant Support the planning, execution, and reporting of formative and summative usability studies Develop study protocols, discussion guides, and supporting documentation Moderate usability testing sessions with users in line with study requirements Conduct task analyses and contribute to use-related risk assessments Collect, analyse, and interpret qualitative and quantitative research data Identify use errors, root causes, and trends to inform design improvements Produce high-quality technical reports and client-ready deliverables Create engaging presentations and support delivery of findings to clients Apply best practices in research ethics, consent, and data privacy Contribute to the successful delivery of multiple projects within timelines and budgets Manage your own workload effectively across concurrent assignments Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements and industry standards Team & Development Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives Take advantage of mentoring and structured development opportunities Demonstrate ambition and a clear desire to progress and earn promotion About You Degree (or higher) in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or a related field 1-4 years of relevant industry experience (medical devices or regulated environments preferred) Understanding of the product development lifecycle Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail Ability to interpret and communicate complex data clearly Confident written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities A proactive mindset with a desire to learn, grow, and progress your career Willingness to travel when required If you're looking to build your career in human factors within a consultancy that values growth, development, and impactful work, this could be the ideal next step in your career, please get in touch to talk it through with an HF Specialist Recruiter. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website