Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Academics Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A direct educational service provider in Hemel Hempstead seeks an aspiring educational psychologist. The role is ideal for psychology graduates aiming to gain practical experience in educational settings, focusing on supporting children with autism and other learning challenges. This position offers valuable exposure to the educational and mental health sector, and aims to enhance the lives of students through tailored support strategies.

Qualifications

• Recent psychology graduate seeking experience in educational or clinical settings.
• Ability to work with children with diverse needs including autism and ADHD.
• Willingness to engage in challenging contexts and contribute positively.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning needs, particularly those with autism.
• Collaborate with therapists and teachers to enhance student outcomes.
• Participate in creating personalized learning strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Understanding of Autism

Education

Degree in Psychology or Health and Social Care

Job description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Mental Health – Hemel Hempstead

This is an excellent entry level role for psychology graduates seeking long term careers within educational or clinical psychology. Ideal for Psychology or Health and Social Care graduates before you decide on committing to an MSc/Doctorate and Research Project.

This role will allow you to see a range of therapists, SEN, ABA tutors & mental health specialists at work. The role is all about giving children a sense of purpose. Can you make the children’s lives just that little bit better?

Learning Support Assistant – Autism – Hemel Hempstead

• Intermediate learning levels, a tailored curriculum for each student.
• ADHD, Asperger’s, OCD, Dyslexia and a focus on social, emotional and mental health challenges.
• Outstanding teaching and support teams in place, a wonderfully holistic and positive atmosphere – EYFS to KS4.
• OTs, and specialist SEN teachers, plus outside agencies will be at work depending on the context of each child.
• Focus on learning need and autism, delivering key and personal/functional skills.
• 55 students, classes of 6‑8 ranging on ability.
• £460‑£500 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30‑4:30.
• This is a LSA role that will put you into challenging, sometimes Anti‑Social contexts that will build your foundations of experience. With this LSA role starting after, de‑escalation and the language around it is incredibly important.