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Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant
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 Overview
Job Title: Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant
Salary & Contract
- Pay: £90 - £105 per day
- Contract: Full-time/Part-time | Monday - Friday | Term Time Only
- Length: Temp to Permanent - Remainder of Academic Year
- Start Date: September 2026
- Location: Croydon
About the Role
We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Croydon.
This role is ideal for someone considering a future career in educational psychology, mental health support, or therapy. You will gain practical experience supporting children with complex additional needs in a structured and supportive environment.
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The school supports pupils with:
- ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) 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
Requirements & Ideal Candidate
- Aspiring Psychologist, undergraduate or recent graduate with an interest in psychology
- Passionate about child development and supporting pupils with SEN (Special Educational Needs)
- Patient, empathetic, and resilient
- Experience in a school, care, support, or youth setting (desirable)
- Able to commit to a full-time role in Croydon
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Benefits & Why Join Us
- 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 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 Croydon, apply today!
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