Clinical Teaching Assistant - Pathway to Clinical Careers
Location: Ware
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: Immidiate
Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training
Academics are seeking a Psychology or Criminology graduate or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in or around Ware who is looking to start a career in mental health, clinical practice, or education and training. This Clinical Teaching Assistant role offers valuable hands‑on experience supporting students with complex needs and provides a strong pathway toward roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist.
You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi‑disciplinary team in Ware.
Why Join Us?
* Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy
* Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students'
* Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs
* Join a supportive, trauma‑informed care team focused on innovation and growth
The Role - Clinical Teaching Assistant
Based in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Ware, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include:
* Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions
* Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation
* Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists
* Supporting students' academic and personal growth
* Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive
Clear Career Progression as a Clinical Teaching Assistant
* Clinical or Educational Psychology
* Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy
* Specialist Teaching and SEN Education
* Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention
Who We're Looking For
* Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines
* Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people
* Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care
* Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential
* Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient
If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Clinical Teaching Assistant, this role in Ware offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.
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