Aspiring Child Psychologist

Academics Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Crawley seeks an Aspiring Child Psychologist to support children with social and emotional challenges. Candidates must have compassion and resilience, along with a genuine desire to work with children with special education needs. The role offers excellent career progression and a supportive training environment. Ideal for those seeking full-time work during term-time only.

Benefits

Excellent for career progression

Training available in behaviour management and communication

Permanent employment opportunities

Term-time only with lots of holidays

Secured work 5 days per week

Qualifications

• Desire to work with children with special education needs.
• Competence in communication strategies and behaviour management.
• Ability to maintain a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff.
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for children.
• Prepare activities and maintain a tidy environment.
• Develop understanding with children for optimal learning.
• Report safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately.

Skills

Caring nature

Compassion

Resilience

Pro-active attitude

Effective communication

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A*-C)

Job description

Overview

Aspiring Child Psychologist - Crawley - October 2025

A well established school for children with social, emotional and mental health challenges aged 4-11 is welcoming applications from resilient and empathetic hard-workers for their Aspiring Child Psychologist role.

Benefits

• Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
• Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
• Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
• Permanent employment opportunities available
• Secured work 5 days per week

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after
• Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

Requirements

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
• A \'can-do\' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction
• You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
• You must not be barred from working with children
• You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Apply today for further information on the interview process