Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - SEN - Education

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SEN school in Surrey seeks a SEN Teaching Assistant aspiring to become a Clinical Psychologist. The role involves supporting children with autism in a nurturing environment, with excellent training and career progression opportunities. Ideal for psychology graduates looking to make a difference.

Benefits

On-site training and support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Ideal for psychology graduates.
• Training provided for medical and personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Providing assistance and support to children before, during, and after lessons.
• Encouraging the development of social skills.
• Maintaining individual student records.

Skills

Support for children

Social skills development

Safeguarding regulations

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Job Title: Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - SEN - Education, Surrey

Location: Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 05650ca62a40

Job Views: 3

Posted: 19.05.2025

Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description:

This role is for a SEN Teaching Assistant aspiring to become a Clinical Psychologist, working with children with autism in primary and secondary settings in Woking. The school is one of Surrey's best SEN schools, offering a safe environment for children with complex learning, social, and communication difficulties, including physical disabilities. They provide therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech, and language therapies, integrated into Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). The team collaborates closely with therapists to support children's physical and emotional needs. Facilities include a therapy pool, sensory rooms, and I-Gaze technology. The school offers excellent on-site training and support, facilitating career progression to roles like senior support assistants, teachers, or therapy assistants.

Responsibilities:

1. Providing assistance and support to children before, during, and after lessons.
2. Helping children understand and participate in tasks appropriately.
3. Encouraging the development of social skills.
4. Maintaining individual student records.
5. Building confidence and motivation among students.
6. Participating in team meetings and training programs.
7. Supporting the organization’s developing culture.
8. Following safeguarding regulations.
9. Supporting individual needs, including medical and personal care tasks (training provided).

Summary:

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Autism

Location: Woking

Salary: £89 to £105 daily (9am-3.30pm, 5-day week)

Type: Temp-to-perm contracts, full-time and part-time roles, flexible hours

Start date: May 2025, with a 1-year contract

Ideal for psychology graduates; brand new state-of-the-art building; focus on autism, challenging behavior, personal care.

For applications, contact Judith Oakley at 01483 366436 or apply via this advert.