At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and gain hands-on experience in a Special School.
- Company: Specialised school in Sutton focused on child development and mental health.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, valuable experience, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Full-time role with potential for permanent placement and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while preparing for a psychology career.
- Qualifications: Aspiring Psychologist, passionate about child development and SEN support.
The predicted salary is between 23100 - 28000 £ per year.
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?
We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Sutton. 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 Sutton, apply today.
Aspiring Psychologist in Sutton employer: Academics
Join a supportive and nurturing environment as an Aspiring Psychologist in a specialist Special School in Sutton, where you will gain invaluable hands-on experience working with children with additional needs. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our ongoing training opportunities and collaborative work culture, allowing you to develop essential skills for your future career in psychology or mental health. With a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to the lives of pupils while preparing for your professional journey.
