Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - SEMH Teaching Assistant - Stevenage

If you're serious about becoming an Educational Psychologist, this role gives you the kind of frontline experience that university courses alone simply can't provide.

A forward-thinking and highly supportive school in Stevenage is looking for a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who need consistent, empathetic, and skilled support to thrive. This is more than just a classroom role-it's an opportunity to build the practical understanding of behaviour, mental health, and child development that Educational Psychology careers are built on.

Education and Training Opportunity

480 - 500 per week

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - SEMH Teaching Assistant

Stevenage

Why This Role Stands Out - Aspiring Educational Psychologist

This position is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologist who want to:

• Gain hands-on experience with SEMH needs in a real school setting
• Develop a deep understanding of behaviour, trauma, and emotional regulation
• Work alongside experienced SEN and pastoral professionals
• Build the kind of evidence and insight needed for future postgraduate study

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils in the education and training sector, facing barriers to learning due to social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Many of these pupils need a reliable adult who can provide structure, encouragement, and stability.

You'll play a key role in helping them:

• Regulate emotions and manage behaviour
• Build confidence and self-esteem
• Develop positive relationships
• Re-engage with learning

Key Responsibilities - Aspiring Educational Psychologist

• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions
• Support pupils in lessons to improve engagement and attainment
• Model calm, consistent, and positive behaviour
• Use de-escalation strategies in challenging situations
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Track progress and contribute to support strategies

About the School - Stevenage

• A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and pupil support
• Experienced and collaborative SEN and pastoral teams
• A culture that actively supports staff development
• Opportunities to progress within education and training
• Easily accessible Stevenage location

What You'll Gain:

• Weekly pay of 480 - 500
• Invaluable experience for Educational Psychology career pathways
• Ongoing training and CPD
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• The chance to make a real, visible impact every day

If you're looking for a role that will challenge you, develop you, and give you a genuine head start in Educational and training Psychology, this is it.