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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: 90 - 105 per day
Contract: Full-time/Part time Monday - Friday Term Time Only
Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Islington
We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Islington.
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 north London
What's in it for you
Hands-on experience in a Special School setting
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.
If you are an Aspiring Psychologist ready to gain practical experience in a Special School in Islington, apply today!
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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: 90 - 105 per day
Contract: Full-time/Part time Monday - Friday Term Time Only
Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year
Start Date: 01/09/26
Location: Tower Gateway
We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Tower Gateway.
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 London
What's in it for you
Hands-on experience in a Special School setting
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.
If you are an Aspiring Psychologist ready to gain practical experience in a Special School in Tower Gateway, apply today!
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: 95 - 105 per day
Contract: Full-time/Part time Monday - Friday Term Time Only
Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Islington
We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Islington.
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 Islington
What's in it for you
Hands-on experience in a Special School setting
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.
If you are an Aspiring Psychologist ready to gain practical experience in a Special school in Islington, apply today!
Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Dorking
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Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?
We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant in Dorking to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!
The School:
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Professional Skills & Requirements for the role of an Aspiring Educational Psychologist/LSA
Personal Qualities
- 5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience- Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students- You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship- Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
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Are you a university graduate? Are you interested in mental health and neurodiversity? Do you want to build your experience to become an Educational Psychologist?
A fantastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Salisbury is seeking an enthusiastic graduate to join their team in September, to work as a Learning Support Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate wanting to become an Educational Psychologist, Child Psychologist or Speech and Language Therapist.
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By working as a Learning Support Assistant, you will be provided with all the skills needed to undergo training as an Educational Psychologist in the future. Not only will you gain first-hand experience working with neurodivergent children, you will also learn how to implement individualised support plans and learning strategies in the classroom in order for each child to reach their full potential.
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If you are an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Reading looking to gain specialist SEN school experience, apply today and take the first step towards your future career.
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Are you a university graduate? Do you want to gain experience in the mental health sector in preparation of becoming a future psychologist?
A fantastic SEMH school in Oxford are looking for a Mental Health Support Assistant to help support their students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs. The children in the school have a range of mental health needs and therefore need someone who is caring, compassionate and up for a challenge! This is perfect experience if you are interested in a future as a Psychologist.
As a Mental Health Support Assistant, you will be supporting children with anxiety, trauma, OCD, depression, anger issues and attachment difficulties, as well as other additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. There is likely to be challenging behaviour as well as many well being needs, so you need to be proactive and flexible to cater to the needs of each child.
This is a role where no two days are the same! However, your general duties will involve working with small groups of pupils in the classroom, supporting both their emotional needs and learning needs. You will help boost their self-esteem, increase their independence and help them understand their emotions.
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Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Burgess Hill
Education - SEN - LSA - Psychology
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to gain practical experience in education as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist?
This school in Burgess Hill offers an excellent opportunity for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist / SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs in a specialist setting.
The School & Role
This school based in Burgess Hill is a welcoming and inclusive special school and college for pupils aged 2-19 with a range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs. They work closely with therapists and professionals to support pupils' cognitive, emotional, and social development.
This Aspiring Educational Psychologist / Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for graduates looking to build experience before pursuing further training in Educational Psychology or related fields.
You will work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists to support learning, behaviour, and development, while gaining insight into assessment and intervention strategies used in educational settings.
Key Responsibilities
Looking For
What You'll Gain
Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
Monday to Friday, 08:45 to 16:00, PAYE, term time only
93- 105 per day
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Aspiring Educational Psychologist role in Burgess Hill:
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Aspiring Educational Psychologist - East Grinstead
Education - SEN - LSA - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to gain practical experience in education as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist?
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This Aspiring Educational Psychologist / Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for graduates looking to build experience before pursuing further training in Educational Psychology or related fields.
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Looking For
What You'll Gain
Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
Monday to Friday, 08:45 to 16:00, PAYE, term time only
93- 105 per day
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Aspiring Educational Psychologist role in East Grinstead:
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Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Worthing
Education - SEN - LSA - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to gain practical experience in education as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist?
This school in Worthing offers an excellent opportunity for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist / SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs in a specialist setting.
The School & Role
This school based in Worthing is a welcoming and inclusive special school for pupils with a range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs. They work closely with therapists and professionals to support pupils' cognitive, emotional, and social development.
This Aspiring Educational Psychologist / Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for graduates looking to build experience before pursuing further training in Educational Psychology or related fields.
You will work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists to support learning, behaviour, and development, while gaining insight into assessment and intervention strategies used in educational settings.
Key Responsibilities
Looking For
What You'll Gain
Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only
93- 105 per day
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Aspiring Educational Psychologist role in Worthing:
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Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Chichester
Education - SEN - LSA - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to gain practical experience in education as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist?
This school in Chichester offers an excellent opportunity for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist / SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs in a specialist setting.
The School & Role
This school based in Chichester is a welcoming and inclusive special school for pupils with a range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs. They work closely with therapists and professionals to support pupils' cognitive, emotional, and social development.
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You will work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists to support learning, behaviour, and development, while gaining insight into assessment and intervention strategies used in educational settings.
Key Responsibilities
Looking For
What You'll Gain
Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only
93- 105 per day
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Aspiring Educational Psychologist role in Chichester:
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