Aspiring Psychologist - Woking

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization in Woking is seeking an Aspiring Psychologist to support children with special educational needs. This role offers hands-on experience in fostering student development and well-being within a supportive team environment. Ideal for Psychology Graduates motivated to make a difference in children's lives. The position provides excellent training and a salary of £90-£100 per day, with term-time hours from 08:30 to 15:30.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Flexible start date

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Approachable and able to build effective relationships with students.
• High levels of empathy, caring, and a good listener.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs and foster their development.
• Work within a team to promote well-being and resilience.
• Help students feel safe and empowered.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience in stress

Motivation and enthusiasm

Job description

Overview

Surrey – SEMH – Aspiring Psychologist - Intervention – Mental Health – SEN – Psychology – Graduate - Woking

Are you passionate about helping to create the best possible outcomes for children? Is Woking a good location for you?

The School

Aspiring Psychologists! We are looking for a dedicated Graduates to work in this small, specialist school based in Woking. All students have a range of special educatoinal needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist.

This trainee role in Woking is an amazing opportunity for Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children.

You will be working in a creative and energetic team, alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with special educational needs, associated challenges and traumas. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more ‘at risk’ of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Role and Responsibilities

The trainee role involves supporting students with special educational needs and associated challenges to foster educational, social and emotional development. You will work within a supportive team to help students feel safe and empowered and to promote well-being and resilience.

Person Specification

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work
• Can commute to Woking

Contract and Benefits

• Flexible start date, trial days taking place
• Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
• £90-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only
• No previous experience is required
• You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

How to Apply

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd, if interested in the Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate role: 01483 366 436; [e-mail]

Aspiring Psychologist – Graduate