Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Aspiring Educational Psychologist for a primary school in Enfield starting January 2026. This full-time role involves supporting teaching and learning, working with pupils with special educational needs, and delivering targeted interventions. Candidates should have a degree from a top UK university and demonstrate strong communication skills. The position offers £444 per week, pro rata to term time, with potential for longer contracts and teacher training opportunities.

Benefits

Staff training and ongoing CPD

Supportive behaviour systems

Induction and mentoring for all support staff

Collaborative team culture

Opportunities for future teacher training

Qualifications

• Child-centred experience is highly valuable for applicants.
• A proactive, empathetic, and reflective approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the primary phase.
• Deliver small group interventions and targeted support.
• Work 1:1 with pupils with SEN, including those with ASD, ADHD, and SEMH.
• Support classroom routines, behaviour, and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and the SEN team to track progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Empathetic approach

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university

Job description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Enfield - January 2026

This “Good” Enfield primary school is known for its warm, inclusive ethos and strong commitment to developing the whole child. The school blends a structured, knowledge-rich curriculum with creative learning opportunities and clear behaviour systems that support both staff and pupils. Its SEN provision is well regarded, offering targeted small-group and 1:1 support for pupils with ASD, ADHD and SEMH. Staff work collaboratively, sharing strategies and maintaining a positive environment where support staff are valued and well-integrated into daily teaching and learning.

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - What the School Offers

• Staff training and ongoing CPD
• Supportive behaviour systems with consistent routines
• Induction and mentoring for all support staff
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture
• Opportunities for future teacher training or extended contracts

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - What the Role Involves

• Supporting teaching and learning across the primary phase
• Helping to deliver small group interventions and targeted support
• Working 1:1 with pupils with SEN, including those with ASD, ADHD and SEMH
• Supporting classroom routines, behaviour and engagement
• Working closely with teachers and the SEN team to track progress and develop strategies

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - What the School is Looking For

The ideal Aspiring Educational Psychologist will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university and bring a proactive, empathetic and reflective approach to supporting young learners. Previous child-centred experience is highly valuable, and candidates should demonstrate strong communication, patience and a willingness to learn.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Salary and Contract Info

• £444 per week, pro rata to term time only
• Full-time, long-term contract (January–July), term-time only
• Potential for future teacher training or an extended contract

If you are an Aspiring Educational Psychologist looking for meaningful, hands-on experience in a supportive primary school environment, we encourage you to apply and take the next step towards your future career.