Job Description
Psychology Graduate? Begin Your Clinical Career as a Clinical Teaching Assistant - Bedford Opportunity
Job Title: Clinical Teaching Assistant (Psychology Graduate - Aspiring Assistant Psychologist)
Location: Bedford
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £460 - £500 per week
Sector: Education | Mental Health | Psychology | Clinical Pathways
Step Into Clinical Practice as a Clinical Teaching Assistant - Gain a Real Experience in Education and Training
This is your opportunity to gain real-world, hands-on clinical experience in a therapeutic education and training setting in Bedford. Whether you're aiming to become a Clinical Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, or Mental Health Practitioner, this role offers the structured support and professional insight to help you get there.
What You'll Gain:
* Experience working within a trauma-informed, therapeutic school environment
* Weekly CPD sessions and guided reflection with clinical professionals
* Mentorship from Educational Psychologists, Therapists, and SENCOs
* Access to over 200 CPD-accredited training courses
* A place on a clear clinical career pathway with internal progression opportunities
* Exposure to mental health needs, neurodiversity, trauma, and therapeutic interventions
Your Day-to-Day Role:
* Supporting children and young people aged 5-18 with SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health) and neurodivergent needs
* Leading and assisting with 1:1 and small group interventions focused on resilience, emotional literacy, and communication
* Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team: teachers, therapists, families, and clinical leads
* Using evidence-based strategies to support pupils dealing with anxiety, trauma, or behavioural challenges
* Contributing to an inclusive, nurturing, and therapeutic school environment
Ideal for Psychology Graduates Who:
* Are pursuing a long-term career as an Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Mental Health Specialist
* Are passionate about child development, mental health, and inclusive education
* Bring empathy, professionalism, and a strong desire to learn
* Want a stepping stone into a Clinical Teaching Assistant, postgraduate study, or specialist roles
* Can commit to a full-time role in Bedford
This Could Lead To:
* Assistant Psychologist roles in CAMHS or school-based mental health services
* Entry onto Clinical or Educational Psychology doctorate courses
* Roles in SEN, safeguarding, or therapeutic education
* Progression into youth mental health, neurodiversity, and trauma-specialist teams
This is more than a job - it's a launchpad into a career that changes lives in the education and training environment.
If you're ready to apply your psychology knowledge, grow through experience, and make a difference every day, apply now to become a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Bedford.