Aspiring Child Psychologist

Academics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established school for children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges is seeking an Aspiring Child Psychologist. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to support students aged 4-11. The role offers excellent career progression, training opportunities, and a work schedule that aligns with term-time. Ideal candidates are compassionate and resilient, with a genuine desire to work in special education. Apply today for more information on the interview process.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training in behavior management

Term-time work schedule

Permanent employment opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children with special education needs.
• Caring, compassionate, and resilient nature.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work without direction.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers, therapists, and support staff.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are safe for children.
• Prepare activities and maintain a tidy environment.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Communication

Education

Grades A-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Aspiring Child Psychologist - Crawley - September 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.

Key benefits of the role or Aspiring Child Psychologist:

• 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

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as an Aspiring Child Psychologist?

• 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

What is required of an Aspiring Child Psychologist?

• 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.