Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEMH Teaching Assistant – Stevenage

If you're serious about becoming an Educational Psychologist, this role gives you the kind of frontline experience that university courses alone simply can't provide.

A forward–thinking and highly supportive school in Stevenage is looking for a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who need consistent, empathetic, and skilled support to thrive. This is more than just a classroom role–it's an opportunity to build the practical understanding of behaviour, mental health, and child development that Educational Psychology careers are built on.

Education and Training Opportunity

480 – 500 per week

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEMH Teaching Assistant

Stevenage

Why This Role Stands Out – Aspiring Educational Psychologist

This position is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologist who want to:

Gain hands–on experience with SEMH needs in a real school settingDevelop a deep understanding of behaviour, trauma, and emotional regulationWork alongside experienced SEN and pastoral professionalsBuild the kind of evidence and insight needed for future postgraduate study

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils in the education and training sector, facing barriers to learning due to social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Many of these pupils need a reliable adult who can provide structure, encouragement, and stability.

You'll play a key role in helping them:

Regulate emotions and manage behaviourBuild confidence and self–esteemDevelop positive relationshipsRe–engage with learning

Key Responsibilities – Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Deliver 1:1 and small group interventionsSupport pupils in lessons to improve engagement and attainmentModel calm, consistent, and positive behaviourUse de–escalation strategies in challenging situationsCollaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teamsTrack progress and contribute to support strategies

About the School – Stevenage

A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and pupil supportExperienced and collaborative SEN and pastoral teamsA culture that actively supports staff developmentOpportunities to progress within education and trainingEasily accessible Stevenage location

What You'll Gain:

Weekly pay of 480 – 500Invaluable experience for Educational Psychology career pathwaysOngoing training and CPDMentorship from experienced professionalsThe chance to make a real, visible impact every day

If you're looking for a role that will challenge you, develop you, and give you a genuine head start in Educational and training Psychology, this is it.

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