Assistant Psychologist jobs in United Kingdom

Graduate - Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Farnham - Education and Training - Special Needs - SEN - Psychology

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?

We are seeking a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. Join a friendly, energetic, and creative team within a specialist school near Farnham!

The School:

This school, located near Farnham, caters to children aged 3-19 with learning difficulties. Some children may also have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties, or challenging behaviour.

The school features a Therapy Department staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists. Therapists work across the school with dedicated clinic rooms for individual sessions. The therapy approach is a blended model delivered throughout the curriculum, with close collaboration with teaching staff and parents.

As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience by working closely with therapists, expanding your knowledge and skills—an excellent stepping stone for aspiring Educational Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, and Speech and Language Therapists.

Professional Skills & Requirements:

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ability to plan learning activities tailored to pupil ability with support from teachers
• Encourage social skill development and support students’ individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Provide academic and pastoral support
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential

Personal Qualities:

• Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential
• Ability to build confidence and motivation
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students
• Remain calm and resilient in stressful or conflict situations
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

Additional Details:

• Position: 5 days a week (Mon-Fri)
• Salary: £89 - £100 per day
• On-site education, training, support, and CPD provided to ensure safeguarding
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no Visa sponsorship available)
• Must be able to travel to Guildford