Aspiring Educational Psychologist. Job in Wrecclesham Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Wrecclesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Farnham. The role involves supporting children with Severe Learning Difficulties in collaboration with therapists, fostering a nurturing environment to help each child reach their full potential. Candidates should be passionate, resilient, and ready to engage with students on their learning journey. Excellent on-site training is provided, and the position requires the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

On-site education and training

Ongoing support and CPD

Qualifications

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Able to provide academic and pastoral support.
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Severe Learning Difficulties.
• Work closely with therapists to enhance children's learning experiences.
• Encourage students' individual needs and social skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to plan learning activities

Social skills development

Academic support

Job description

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 blended 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

Professional Skills & Requirements - Aspiring Educational Psychologist

• 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 - Aspiring Educational Psychologist

• 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 now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd:
(phone number removed)

Education and Training - Farnham