Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Academics; Farnham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is looking for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Farnham. This role involves supporting children with severe learning difficulties in a creative and friendly school environment. Ideal for those wishing to gain practical experience in educational therapy. Excellent training provided, with a pay between £89 - £105 per day.

Benefits

Excellent on-site education and training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential.
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability.

Responsibilities

• Encourage the development of social skills.
• Provide academic and pastoral support.
• Support students' individual needs.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build effective relationships with students

Passionate about helping children

Calm and resilient in stressful situations

Job description

Overview

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Farnham - Education and Training - Special Needs - SEN - Psychology - Criminology

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?

We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team within a specialist school near Farnham!

The School

This school is located near Farnham and caters for children aged 3-19 with learning difficulties. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour.

The school has a Therapy Department which is staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Therapists are based around the school and have a clinic room for individual work. Much therapy follows a 10blended10 model of therapeutic intervention which is delivered across the curriculum, and there is close liaison with teaching staff and parents.

As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Educational Therapist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to provide academic and pastoral support
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £89 - £105 per day Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship. Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. Must be able to travel to Farnham

Apply

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd:

Education and Training - Farnham