Aspiring Assistant Psychologist

Academics; Ware; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Ware is seeking an Aspiring Assistant Psychologist to support children with additional needs. This full-time role offers hands-on experience in behaviour support and mental health interventions. The ideal candidate is a recent psychology graduate enthusiastic about child development and educational support. Join a supportive team and enhance your CV for future career pathways in psychology.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Mentorship

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• A recent Psychology graduate or Criminology with psychology interest.
• Passionate about mental health, child development, and educational support.
• Previous experience with SEN or children is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism, ADHD, and attachment difficulties.
• Collaborate with Educational Psychologists and Therapists.
• Gain real-world experience in behaviour analysis and emotional regulation.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Proactivity

Knowledge of mental health

Education

Recent Psychology graduate (or Criminology with psychology interest)

Job description

Are you an Aspiring Assistant Psychologist looking for practical experience that will set the foundation for a future career in clinical, counselling, educational psychology education and training? This role in Ware is a great opportunity for you!

A welcoming and inclusive school in Ware is seeking a passionate Aspiring Assistant Psychologist to support children with a range of additional needs in the education and training sector - the ideal opportunity to gain hands-on experience in behaviour support, mental health interventions, and neurodiverse learning strategies.

Why this role is ideal for aspiring psychologists:

• Work 1:1 and in small groups with children diagnosed with autism, ADHD, attachment difficulties, and more
• Collaborate with Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists, and SENCOs
• Gain real-world experience in behaviour analysis, emotional regulation, and inclusive learning practices
• Enhance your CV with the relevant experience required for Assistant Psychologist, PGCert, or DClinPsy pathways
• Access to ongoing training, mentorship, and a supportive multidisciplinary team

Aspiring Assistant Psychologist - Build Your Career from the Classroom!

Position: Aspiring Assistant Psychologist

Location: Ware

Start Date: Immediate

Sector: Education and Training

Contract: Full-time, term time only (Mon-Fri)

Who you are:

• A recent Psychology graduate (or Criminology with psychology interest) in or around Ware.
• Passionate about mental health, child development, and educational support
• Empathetic, resilient, and proactive in supporting vulnerable students
• Previous experience with SEN or children is a plus - but the right attitude matters most!

Take your first step toward a career as an Aspiring Assistant psychologist in Ware? Apply today and make a difference while preparing for your future.