Have you recently graduated in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Counselling, Mental Health Nursing, Childhood Studies or a related field?
Are you considering a future career as an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Therapist, Counsellor, Mental Health Practitioner, Social Worker or Teacher?
This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working with children and young people with a range of additional needs before progressing into further training or postgraduate study.
The Role
We are working with a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with a variety of complex needs, including:
* Autism (ASC)
* ADHD
* SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
* Trauma and attachment needs
* Behavioural challenges
* Speech, language and communication needs
* Complex learning difficulties
* PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties)
You’ll work closely with experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists and pastoral teams to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
What You’ll Gain
* First‑hand experience supporting children with complex needs
* Exposure to behaviour management and therapeutic approaches
* Experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams
* A deeper understanding of child development, SEND and mental health
* Valuable experience for Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or Teaching applications
We Are Looking For
* Psychology graduates (or related degrees)
* Individuals passionate about child development and mental health
* Strong communicators who can build positive relationships
* Resilient, patient and empathetic individuals
* Those looking to gain meaningful experience before further study or training
Ideal For Aspiring
* Educational Psychologists
* Clinical Psychologists
* Child Psychologists
* Counsellors
* Therapists
* Social Workers
* SEN Teachers
* Mental Health Practitioners
Why Apply
This isn’t a role where you’ll spend your day making photocopies or observing from the sidelines. You’ll become an integral part of a specialist team, helping children overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.
For many graduates, this role provides the perfect foundation for a long‑term career in psychology, education, therapy or mental health.
If you’re looking for a role that is rewarding, challenging and genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to start your journey in SEN and mental health support
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