Aspiring Child Psychologist in Crawley)

Academics; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established school in Crawley is seeking an Aspiring Child Psychologist to support children aged 4-11 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities, extensive training, and a term-time only schedule, making it ideal for those passionate about working with children in need. Applicants should possess empathy, resilience, and a proactive attitude, alongside the necessary GCSE qualifications.

Benefits

Excellent career progression opportunities

Training in behaviour management and communication strategies

Term-time only schedule with lots of holidays

Permanent employment opportunities

Secured work 5 days per week

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Education

Grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English

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.