Aspiring Psychologist

1 week ago

South Bank, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons & Reeves Full time £25,000 per year

Job Description

Work Placement Opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist

Role: Aspiring Psychologist
Location: Feltham, Hounslow
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: c.£25,000 pro rata

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to join a supportive specialist school community in West London. This is an ideal opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist who is passionate about supporting children, bringing energy to the classroom and helping pupils thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the Aspiring Psychologist Role

As an Aspiring Psychologist, you will work as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist primary school for children with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties, including autism. The Aspiring Psychologist will collaborate with teachers and therapists to support communication, behaviour and individual learning needs, creating a nurturing, stimulating environment.

Aspiring Psychologist - Key Responsibilities

  • Support individual pupils and small groups to access the curriculum.
  • Assist with therapeutic activities and behaviour-support strategies.
  • Foster a positive, joyful atmosphere where pupils feel safe and valued.
  • Contribute creative ideas to classroom activities, sensory projects and school events.

Aspiring Psychologist Specification

  • Warm, approachable and able to build strong rapport with children.
  • Enthusiastic, motivational and confident in encouraging pupil engagement.
  • Creative and imaginative, enhancing learning through engaging activities.

Professional Development

This Aspiring Psychologist role offers:

  • A welcoming, supportive staff team.
  • Training alongside Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists and Therapeutic Practitioners.
  • Opportunities to contribute to school enrichment, events and creative projects.

Applying for the Aspiring Psychologist placement

The Aspiring Psychologist role is perfect for those in a gap year before studying a specialised master's, or for post-master's graduates seeking experience working with children in formal educational settings.

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering statement to Ben at Ribbons & Reeves. Early applications are encouraged.

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