Kickstart or Advance Your Clinical Career in the education and training environment - Clinical Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Kempston Location: Kempston Start Date: September Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £460 - £500 per week Sector: Education, Mental Health, Clinical Pathways Are you a Psychology, Criminology or Health & Social Care graduate ready to take the first step into a clinical or therapeutic career? Or perhaps you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a deeper, more clinical role with clear development opportunities? This Clinical Teaching Assistant position in Kempston offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a trauma-informed, therapeutic setting - all while working alongside a supportive, multi-disciplinary clinical team. A Launchpad Into a Clinical Career Whether you're just starting out or looking to progress, this role is designed to be a stepping stone into careers such as: Clinical Psychologist Assistant Psychologist Child & Adolescent Therapist Mental Health Practitioner SENCo or Educational Psychologist (with experience) Many of our Clinical Teaching Assistant go on to secure internally funded training, postgraduate support, or promotions within our education and clinical teams. What You'll Gain First-hand experience of clinical practice within a school setting Weekly CPD and mentorship from clinical and pastoral leads A clear internal Clinical Career Pathway, offering structured progression Exposure to a trauma-informed approach that enhances future postgraduate or doctoral applications No two days are the same - but every day you'll be part of something meaningful. Your Role as a Clinical Teaching Assistant You'll be supporting pupils aged 5-18 with: SEMH needs, neurodiversity, and trauma-informed interventions 1:1 or small group work focused on emotional regulation and resilience-building Delivering bespoke education and training Working closely with families, teachers, therapists, and clinicians Applying therapeutic strategies to help pupils thrive both academically and personally Who We're Looking For Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields Experienced SEN TAs ready to deepen their impact and skill set Individuals passionate about mental health, child development, and therapeutic education Emotionally intelligent, resilient, and committed professionals Candidates with reliable access to Kempston or surrounding areas This isn't just a job - it's the first chapter in a long-term, rewarding clinical journey. Apply now to start your career as a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Kempston. Be part of the education and training team where you'll help change lives - and build a future you're proud of