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Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant
Q - Are you a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience ahead of a Masters in Psychology or similar?
Q - Are you looking for an opportunity to work alongside Therapists / Psychologists & more?
If so, EdEx may have the perfect Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant opportunity for you, read on below to find out more!
EdEx are exclusively working with a mainstream secondary school in Haringey to find x2 Teaching Assistants (Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant) to work in the schools Speech, Communication and Language provision, supporting children with various needs including Speech and Language, Communication, Social, Autism (Verbal and Non-Verbal) needs & more! Both roles are for September 2025 starts.
What makes this Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant opportunity exciting?
* Opportunity to take part and lead specialist interventions in; Lego Therapy, Speech and Language, Zones of Regulation & more!
* Work closely with specialist Teachers, Therapists & Psychologists to best support secondary aged pupils with various needs
* Receive training and support from day one - with no day being the same, working across Key Stage 3 - Key Stage 5!
* Support various students with wide-ranging needs 1-2-1 and in small groups, inside and outside of the classrooms
If you are a graduate considering a career in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychotherapy, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, this school will give you all the experience you need ahead of embarking on a PhD or MA/MSc or even Assistant Psychologist (AP) roles with the NHS! We know how competitive AP roles are, so experience like this invaluable! Consider applying now, or read on below!
What experience will you need to do these Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant roles?
* A graduate with a 1st Class or 2:1 - subject isn't a barrier, ideally from a reputable university
* Good A-Levels and GCSEs - including English at GCSE
* Previous experience supporting children, young people or adolescents - Essential
o This can be tutoring, nannying, babysitting, volunteering or personal experience!
+ Note: If you're not sure you qualify, apply! James at EdEx will be in touch if shortlisted!
o A genuine passion for supporting young people with barriers to learning
o An inquisitive, warm and nurturing personality!
o Must be able to speak confidently and calmly - personality is everything in these roles!
SCHOOL DETAILS - Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant:
* A highly-regarded mainstream secondary school in Haringey (East London)
* 11-18 year olds (KS3-KS5)
* Part of a well-funded and well-resourced Trust of schools - with lofty ambitions for their pupils!
* Heavily invested into the local community
* Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team are exceptional - no student is left behind at this school
* A specialist "Resourced Provision" for students with Speech, Language and Communication needs
* The school are passionate about supporting students pastorally, with a highly regarded rewards system that is praised across the borough!
ROLE DETAILS - Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant:
* Teaching Assistant - Supporting various needs
* Monday to Friday - No weekends
* School Hours - typically 8:30am - 4:00pm
* £110 - £120 per day - paid weekly (Term Time Only)
* September 2025 Starts
* Long term contract - at least till the end of next academic year (July 2026)
* Fantastic training, support and professional development
If these - Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant roles sound like something you're interested in, apply today with your latest CV and contact details on your CV.
James at EdEx will be in touch within 24 hours if shortlisted. Interviews will be taking place in early September and the school will have more roles throughout September, so don't be put off!
Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - Teaching Assistant
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