Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEMH Support Specialist

Pertemps Education Network; Newbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider near Newbury seeks an Aspiring Educational Psychologist / Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role offers hands-on experience and training in restorative and trauma-informed approaches, encouraging engagement and resilience. Ideal for Psychology or Criminology graduates, full training and mentoring will be provided. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Hands-on experience with vulnerable students

Restorative and trauma-informed training

Opportunities to explore careers in psychology

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Calm, empathetic, resilient, and able to work in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with disengaged students.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and mental health development.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Resilience

Ability to work in challenging situations

Job description

A specialist education provider near Newbury seeks an Aspiring Educational Psychologist / Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role offers hands-on experience and training in restorative and trauma-informed approaches, encouraging engagement and resilience. Ideal for Psychology or Criminology graduates, full training and mentoring will be provided. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive educational environment.