Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Academics Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational consultancy in Chichester seeks an Aspiring Educational Psychologist to support students in a Special Educational Needs setting. This role offers hands-on experience with ages 4-11 and is ideal for Psychology graduates. Responsibilities include assisting academically, working in 1:1 settings, and helping develop social skills. A genuine passion for child development and previous SEN experience are required. The contract is for 5 days a week, 8:30 - 15:30.

Qualifications

• Sincere interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and mental health.
• Ideal for Psychology Graduates or Aspiring Educational Psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Assist students academically and pastorally.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Encourage development of social skills.
• Maintain accurate individual student records.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

Skills

Passion for helping children

Ability to build relationships

Resilience

Caring and compassionate

Good listening skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree (preferable)

Education in English and Maths, Grade 5 / C and above

Job description

Overview

Psychology Graduate - Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Education and Training - Chichester

If you are sincere about your career within Special Educational Needs (SEN) Cognitive, Advocacy and Mental Health, we want to hear from you!

Job Title: Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Special Educational Needs Learning Support Assistant
Location: Chichester
Contract Type: Long Term Contract, 5 days a week, 8:30 - 15:30

This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual with previous SEN experience OR a Graduate with a keen interest in this area of work. It is the perfect position for someone in search of hands-on experience working with social, emotional mental health needs.

The SEN LSA opportunity in Chichester is focused on raising attainment with children aged 4-11. As a LSA, you will be working in classes of 5-8 students, with a staff to student ratio of 1:1 for some students.

Great experience for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist, and gives you excellent grounding across several areas in social, advocacy, mental health, and special educational needs. This school offers restorative, therapeutic approaches to education and behaviour management.

Please be advised that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students academically and pastorally
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students\' individual needs
• Attend staff meetings and complete CPD
• Follow safeguarding procedures
• Able to commute to Chichester

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Resilience
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

What is Involved?

• Assisting students academically and pastorally
• Working 1:1 or in a small group
• Encouraging the development of appropriate social skills
• To ensure accurate individual student records are maintained
• Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team

Requirements

• An Undergraduate Degree (preferable) and/or previous SEN experience, ideal for Psychology Graduates/Aspiring Educational Psychologist
• Education in English and Maths, Grade 5 / C and above (desired)
• Knowledge, keen interest or understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs (SEMH, PRU, Cognitive Behaviours)

If you are an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Chichester, please apply now or contact Callum Pilgrim at Academics Ltd:

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