Aspiring Psychologist

Academics Ltd; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in London is seeking an Aspiring Psychologist to join a specialist SEN school in Hackney as a Teaching Assistant. You will gain hands-on experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs, in a structured setting aligned to psychology pathways.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates or recent graduates passionate about child development and prepared to commit to a full-time, term-time role.

Qualifications

• Aspiring Psychologist or recent graduate with an interest in psychology.
• Experience in school, care or youth settings is desirable.
• Able to commit to a full-time role in Hackney.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting small groups with learning and engagement.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Helping pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour support.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Supporting pupils during transitions and unstructured times.

Skills

SEN Support

1:1 Support

Child Development

Psychology Interest

Job description

Are you an Aspiring Psychologist looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with additional needs?

Do you want to build valuable experience before progressing into psychology, therapy, or mental health training?

Role: Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: £100 - £110 per day

Contract: Full-time/Part time | Monday - Friday | Term Time Only

Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year

Start Date: November 2026

Location: Hackney

We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Hackney.

This role is ideal for someone considering a future career in psychology, educational psychology, mental health support, or therapy. You will gain practical experience supporting children with complex additional needs in a structured and supportive environment.

The school supports pupils with conditions such as ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs. You will work closely with experienced teachers, SEN professionals and external specialists while developing key skills relevant to psychology and child development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Supporting small groups with learning and engagement
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management
• Helping pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour support
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress
• Supporting pupils during transitions and unstructured times

Ideal Candidate

• Aspiring Psychologist, undergrad or recent graduate interested in psychology
• Passionate about child development and supporting pupils with SEN
• Patient, empathetic and resilient
• Experience in a school, care, support or youth setting (desirable)
• Able to commit to a full‑time role in Hackney

What's in it for you

• Hands-on experience in a Special School setting in Hackney
• Exposure to SEN, behaviour support and specialist interventions
• Excellent experience for future psychology or mental health training
• Supportive school environment with ongoing training opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to build meaningful experience supporting children while preparing for a future career in psychology or mental health.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy