Graduate - Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Guildford

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Surrey is seeking a Graduate Aspiring Educational Psychologist. The role involves supporting children with severe learning difficulties and developing effective relationships with students. This position offers practical experience and collaboration with therapists, making it ideal for those pursuing careers in educational psychology or related fields.

Benefits

On-site education and training

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) support

Qualifications

• Experience with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Severe Learning Difficulties in a specialist school.
• Plan learning activities tailored to pupil ability.
• Encourage social skills development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Social Skills Development

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Graduate - Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Guildford, Surrey

Job Details:

• Client:
• Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 20b646f39a39
• Job Views: 2
• Posted: 17.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

This role is for a Graduate Aspiring Educational Psychologist based near Farnham. The position involves supporting children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviors within a specialist school environment.

The School:

The school caters to children aged 3-19 with various learning difficulties, sensory impairments, physical difficulties, or challenging behaviors. It features a Therapy Department with qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists. Therapy is delivered through a blended model integrated across the curriculum, with close collaboration with staff and parents.

Role Overview:

This position offers an excellent opportunity for aspiring Educational Psychologists to gain practical experience and expand their knowledge by working closely with therapists. It is also suitable for future Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, and Speech and Language Therapists.

Professional Skills & Requirements:

• Willingness to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ability to plan learning activities tailored to pupil ability with teacher support
• Ability to encourage social skills development and support individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Capability to provide academic and pastoral support
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential

Personal Qualities:

• Passionate about helping children reach their potential
• Ability to build confidence and motivation
• Ability to develop effective relationships with students
• Calm and resilient under stress or conflict
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

On-site education, training, support, and CPD are provided to ensure safeguarding. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available.