Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Academics Ltd; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Littlehampton. This position involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs as a Learning Support Assistant. Ideal candidates should have a degree in psychology or previous SEN experience. Responsibilities include assisting academically, encouraging social skills, and maintaining student records. This role offers valuable experience for those pursuing a career in educational psychology.

Qualifications

• Experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) is preferable.
• Understanding of a range of learning and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students academically and pastorally.
• Working 1:1 or in small groups with students.
• Encouraging development of social skills.

Skills

Ability to build effective relationships with students

Passionate about helping children

Resilience

Caring and compassionate character

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Psychology or related field

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

Job description

Overview

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

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: Littlehampton

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 Littlehampton 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
• Ensure accurate individual student records are maintained
• Participate in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team

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 Littlehampton, please apply now or contact Callum Pilgrim at Academics Ltd: (phone number removed) (url removed)