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Aspiring Educational Psychologist & SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 545 - 575 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Reading

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist / SEMH Teaching Assistant 
Reading, Berkshire
Full-time, Term-time only
Competitive daily rate (depending on experience)
 Are you a graduate with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
 Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a specialist school setting before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Child Development?
 We are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH primary school in Reading seeking a motivated and empathetic Aspiring Educational Psychologist / SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.
 About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable practical experience working with children who require additional emotional and behavioural support. You will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and build positive relationships.
 Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies
Helping deliver tailored learning and intervention plans
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
Building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable pupilsThe School
A supportive and nurturing SEMH specialist primary school environment
Focused on helping every child reach their full potential
Experienced leadership team with a strong emphasis on staff development
Excellent training and progression opportunities for aspiring psychologistsIdeal Candidate We are particularly keen to hear from graduates with backgrounds or interests in:

Psychology
Criminology
Sociology
Education or related fieldsYou will be:

Passionate about working with children with SEMH needs
Resilient, patient, and empathetic
Proactive and able to build rapport with challenging pupils
Keen to pursue a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or similarWhy Apply?
Gain hands-on experience working with SEMH pupils
Ideal stepping stone for Educational Psychology or mental health careers
Work within a supportive and experienced team
Ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesHow to Apply If you are an aspiring Educational Psychologist ready to make a real difference in children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.
 Apply today or contact us for more information

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