Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Ribbons & Reeves; City Of London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruiting firm in London is seeking an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in South West London. This role involves supporting children with learning needs, implementing interventions, and tracking progress. Ideal candidates will have a 2:1 degree in Psychology and a genuine interest in child development. Excellent opportunity for graduates aiming for a master's in Educational Psychology.

Benefits

Continuous training and supervision available for support staff

Opportunities to observe Educational Psychologists in practice

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate looking for hands-on experience in schools.
• Previous child-based experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with SEND across KS1 and KS2.
• Implementing targeted learning and emotional interventions.
• Tracking pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff.
• Working closely with families to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

Interest in child development and special educational needs

Positive, empathetic, and reflective approach

Education

2:1 degree in Psychology

Job description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - South West London - October 2025 Start

Location: South West London

Contract: October 2025 - July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Pay: minimum £444 per week (PAYE)

Interviews: ASAP

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in schools as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist this October?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in South West London is searching for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist to support pupils with a range of learning and social needs. This Aspiring Educational Psychologist role offers invaluable experience for graduates keen to understand how children learn and develop, particularly those with additional needs such as autism, ADHD, and speech or communication challenges.

As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you'll work closely with the SENCO, class teachers, and external specialists, helping to deliver interventions and assess progress. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates planning to apply for a master's or doctorate in Educational Psychology.

About the School:

• Nurturing primary school with an experienced SEN team
• Strong ethos of inclusion and emotional wellbeing
• Continuous training and supervision available for support staff
• Opportunities to observe Educational Psychologists in practice

The Role:

• Supporting children with SEND across KS1 and KS2
• Implementing targeted learning and emotional interventions
• Tracking pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff
• Working closely with families to promote positive outcomes

We're Looking For:

• A 2:1 degree in Psychology (BPS-accredited preferred, but not essential)
• Previous child-based experience is desirable but not essential
• Interest in child development and special educational needs
• Positive, empathetic, and reflective approach

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping graduates secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring Educational Psychologist role in South West London. For other roles, search Ribbons & Reeves'.