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Graduate - Aspiring Child Psychologist - Camberley Graduate - Psychology - Criminology - Aspiring Child Psychologist - SEN - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs - Education - Camberley Are you passionate about helping to create the best possible outcomes for children? If you are a Graduate Aspiring Child Psychologist living local to Camberley, looking to gain hands-on experience, and are since click apply for full job details

Aspiring Educational Psychologist- Mental Health - Hemel Hempstead- Education and Training - Aspiring Educational Psychologist- Mental Health- Hemel Hempstead This is an excellent entry level role for psychology graduates seeking long term careers within educational or clinical psychology. Ideal for Psychology or Health and Social Care Graduate before you decide on committing to an MSc/Doctorate and Research Project. This role will allow you to see a range of therapist, SEN, ABA Tutors & Mental health specialists at work. This role is all about giving the children a sense of purpose. Can you make the children's lives just that little bit better? Learning Support Assistant - Autism - Hemel Hempstead- Education and Training - Learning Support Assistant - Autism - Hemel Hempstead Intermediate learning levels, a tailored curriculum for each student ADHD, Asperger's, OCD, Dyslexia and a focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges Outstanding Teaching and support teams in place, a wonderfully holistic and positive atmosphere - EYFS to KS4 OTs, and Specialist SEN Teachers, plus outside agencies will be at work dependent on the context of each child Focus on learning need and Autism, delivering key and personal/functional skills 55 students, classes of 6-8ranging on ability £460-£500 per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30 to 4:30 This is a LSA role that will put you into challenging, sometimes Anti-Social contexts that will build your foundations of experience. With this LSA role starting after, de-escalation and the language around it is incredibly important! Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Autism - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead- Mental Health Education and Training - Aspiring educational Psychologist -Hemel Hempstead

Are you a Psychology Graduate? Are you looking for a role where you can build your experience supporting neurodiverse children? Are you resilient and empathetic? Psychology Graduate - Reading A specialist school for children with Autism and complex needs is seeking a Psychology Graduate to join their team of incredible support staff click apply for full job details

Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant - Slough Aspiring Educational Psychologist Role Ideal for Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates Immediate Start Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?Looking to gain hands-on experience alongside trained therapists, counsellors, and psychologists? A specialist school in Slough is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to provide academic, emotional, and behavioral support to students aged 8 to 18 with complex needs. This full-time role (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) offers a therapeutic approach to learning and the chance to receive training directly from professionals in the field. What's in it for you? Work alongside therapists and psychologists on-siteShadow professional therapy sessions and gain invaluable experienceDevelop skills in SEN and mental health support - perfect for aspiring educational psychologists, SEN teachers, or therapeutic support workers Competitive daily rate of £85-£100 Who we're looking for: Enthusiastic, caring, and resilient individuals ready to support children with complex SEMH needs Graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or a related field (preferred but not essential) Someone open-minded and up for a rewarding challenge If this Mental Health Assistant role in Slough sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now via this advert.

CALLING PSYCHOLOGY AND CRIMINOLOGY GRADUATES - SURREY BASED/CAMBERLEY Psychology and Criminology Graduates Are you passionate about restorative approaches? Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education and training to vulnerable children? Are you local to Camberley? We are looking for Psychology and Criminology Graduates to take on Learning Support Assistant Roles to support children click apply for full job details

£26,246 - £28,962 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based across The Grange & Oakwood Learning Centres. You can find out more information here: & Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As an Assistant Psychologist you will develop your skills in building relationships and engaging children and young people in assessments and interventions under the direction of a qualified psychologist. You'll be part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Here's a few things we'll be looking for from you: A degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, you'll be eligible for graduate BPS membership. Your degree should include components relating to young people and mental health or autism You'll have worked with young people who have developmental trauma and/or neurodevelopmental needs e.g. autism, SEMH and ADHD The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Havering Please note that this service does not have step free access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note, you may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme

Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Bermondsey, Close to Surrey Quays station. Please note that this service has step free and lift access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note that you may be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer: 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme

Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Practitioner Psychologist with Forensic Background Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Elephant and Castle based within a residential setting, with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 NHS Equivalent Band: 8B Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 0900 - 1700 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer: 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme

Practitioner Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities Include: Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support Provide clinical supervision to the team Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. HCPC Registration is essential Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant - Rochdale Kickstart your career in education and make a real difference in young lives! Are you a recent university graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic classroom environment? Do you have a passion for supporting children to reach their full potential? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! A welcoming and supportive primary school in Rochdale is seeking a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team and contribute to an inspiring learning environment. Role Overview Location: Rochdale (OL11 5DR) - excellent public transport links School: Primary (ages 4-11) Hours: Full-time, term-time only Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Salary: £500-£560 per week (depending on experience) Contract: Start dates available Easter and September Key Responsibilities: Support pupils 1:1 and in small intervention groups Assist children in overcoming academic or social challenges Support class teachers with lesson delivery Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing About You Minimum 2:1 degree (Education, Psychology, English, Maths or other core subjects desirable) Passionate about a career in education or educational psychology Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Patient, nurturing, and adaptable Previous experience with children (school, tutoring, coaching, volunteering) is a plus but not essential About the School & Role This highly regarded Rochdale primary school prides itself on fostering a caring, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child feels supported, challenged, and inspired. As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will: Assist teachers in delivering engaging and creative lessons Support pupils with additional needs, including SEN Help maintain a safe, supportive, and stimulating classroom Contribute to the school's mission of developing future teachers This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering teacher training or looking to gain invaluable classroom experience. Apply Today If you're ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, submit your CV and join a team dedicated to making a difference!

Job title: Psychology Students and Graduates Location: Bristol Start date: ASAP Pay rate: £90-£100 per day Calling all psychology students and graduates! Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your studies? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience? An exciting opportunity has arisen for psychology students and graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in Bristol's primary schools through Tradewind Recruitment. We have temporary, short-term, and long-term vacancies available right away now that we're in 2026! Here's why working with Tradewind is a great opportunity: Flexibility: Choose the days that suit you best, whether that's two days a week or five. Work around your lectures and social life on a weekly basis. Freedom and Autonomy: You decide when and where to work. If you enjoy working in a particular school, we'll prioritise your return. If not, you can try another school. Variety: Every day is different, giving you the chance to work in various schools and year groups. Build your skill set and establish yourself as a Teaching Assistant with a great reputation in the local area. Training: No prior experience? Not to worry! We offer a free 3-hour in-person training course to give you an introduction to working as a Teaching Assistant. Our candidates have given us great feedback, feeling more confident in the classroom after our training. Additionally, we provide hundreds of CPD modules to support your development. Essentials: Working days: Monday-Friday Working hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Commitment to working in schools at least two days a week Legal right to work in the UK By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you: An 'Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant' training session that is run at our offices in Bristol every 4 weeks to help prepare you for a Teaching Assistant role before you start. Free to attend Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer Click 'Apply now' and attach your CV to be considered for this great position as a Teaching Assistant in Bristol. Or for more information about the role, contact Lottie Dullea on /

Are you a Psychology Graduate? Are you looking to build your experience supporting neurodivergent children facing mental health challenges? Are you looking for a full-time role that is both rewarding and enriching? An inclusive Specialist School for students with learning difficulties and mental health challenges are looking for a Graduate to join their team full-time starting as soon as next week. At this Abingdon School, you will play a vital role in providing all the students with social, emotional and academic support, and learn how to cater to each of their needs. The pupils at this Special Needs School have a variety of additional needs including autism, cognitive impairments, learning difficulties, communication challenges and physical disabilities. Many of the pupils also face mental health challenges, such as anxiety and attachment issues. You therefore need to be a positive, caring and nurturing individual with a passion for helping others! As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with a small group of eight pupils, helping them navigate behavioural, emotional, and learning challenges. Your role will involve fostering the development of their interpersonal and communication skills, while also supporting their growth in numeracy and literacy. As a Psychology Graduate, this role will equip you with the skills and insights required to pursue a career as a Therapist, Psychologist or Counsellor in the future. You will have the opportunity to apply psychological theories and engage in restorative and therapeutic practices to support children. You will also have the opportunity for future training within the school, with the option to join the therapeutic and pastoral teams on site in the future. Psychology Graduate Opportunity Learning Support Assistant Abingdon Neurodiversity & mental health £85 - £95 per day Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm If you are interested in this position then apply today! Psychology Graduate, Psychology Graduate, Abingdon, Abingdon, Abingdon

Are you a recent graduate considering a career in education? Would you like to gain paid experience in schools before enrolling onto a PGCE or similar teacher training programme? PK Education Barnsley are currently working with a range of Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools across the local area who are seeking graduates to support in a variety of roles. No prior experience is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. We welcome applications from graduates of all subject areas, particularly those with degrees in core subjects, Humanities, and Psychology or Criminology. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience in education, with roles including Teaching Assistant, Tutor, and Cover Supervisor. You will develop key classroom skills, build confidence working with young people, and take the first steps towards a career in teaching. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply now or get in touch with an up-to-date CV to discuss opportunities with PK Education Barnsley.

WORKING WITH US Are you ready to change the world? Harris Science Academy East London is a new, small school with big ambitions. We are in the top 3% of schools nationally for year on year improvement and in the top 20 most improved schools in London. Join us on our mission to help our children become leaders in their chosen field with many leading in science and to become one of the top schools in the UK. This is no ordinary school. Situated in an eclectic array of buildings next to the renowned Three Mills Studios (location of BBC's Masterchef) amongst the iconic East London canal network, this is a unique setting to provide a life changing education for the children of East London. We believe we will succeed in this mission through a relentless focus on the basic functions of a high performing school: Unified leadership and alignment behind a powerful mission. Exemplary student behaviour. A well-taught, unapologetically academic education for all children. Regular opportunities for character development. Every member of our school community is a leader. We believe that leadership does not have to be macho or at the expense of others. Our values of GRACE help us to achieve success in a collegiate and sustainable way: Growth - the belief that we can always improve and that feedback from others is essential for our development. Responsibility - we own our decisions and recognise when we need to put things right or make a change. Ambition - the belief that access to the top grades, the best universities and elite careers are available for our children. Compassion - we are kind to others and grateful for what we have. Excellence - we prioritise doing the basics well day after day, so we build habits that lead to success. The school joined the Harris Federation in September 2022. The Harris Federation is the most successful large multi-academy trust in the UK and the only large trust where disadvantaged students secured a positive progress score in 2022. We are hugely proud of the work we do to support the most vulnerable children in the UK. The Federation has made a significant financial investment in the Academy, with upgrades to Sixth Form provision, buildings and IT. The Federation subject consultants provide industry leading support to middle leaders to deliver the best education possible for all children across the Federation. If you are aligned, driven and committed to doing what works, this is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation undergoing rapid transformation. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Lead Teacher of Psychology. At Harris Science Academy East London, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The purpose of your role will be: To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential To contribute to raising standards of student attainment To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of: Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan) Curriculum planning Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process) Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area) Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress) Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students) Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR The successful candidate will: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary Have good written and spoken communication skills Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively Have excellent time management skills Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

SEN Teaching Assistant (Psychology Graduates Required!) Wantage- Primary and Secondary SEMH School ASAP Start An 'outstanding' co-educational Special School in Wantage currently recruiting for Specialist TA's to join them. They offer schooling for children between 5 and 16 years with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school specialises in not only providing integrated education, but therapeutic support for every child with a significant focus on wellbeing. The school are looking for ambitious and passionate teaching assistants with Psychology or relevant backgrounds to join them on a full-time long-term basis. The start date is ASAP. Psychology Graduates SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH, Autism, ADHD, Complex Learning Needs ASAP or September 2026 Start Wantage £85-£105 per day Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3pm Ideal for Psychology Graduates The SEN School are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants and Psychology Graduates to support children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions, Asperger's Syndrome; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs. The school work in partnership with external professionals including educational and occupational psychologists, counsellors and speech and language therapists and the SEN teaching assistant will have the opportunity to work alongside them and shadow their work. The breadth of the curriculum, the extra-curricular activities, therapies, and the personalised approach, are supported by their highly specialist site. The school pride themselves on matching their provision to each individual child's needs and it's evident by the parent and pupil feedback how fantastic the provision really is. The school are looking for teaching assistants who are passionate and resilient to help bolster their dedicated team. If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert. Psychology Graduates - SEN Teaching Assistant - Wantage - ASAP Start

Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Stonehouse Full-time Term Time Only September Start Stonehouse 32,916 - 51,048 per year (dependent on experience) Are you considering a future career as a Speech and Language Therapist and looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a specialist education setting based in Stonehouse? A welcoming and well-established SEN specialist school in Stonehouse is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join their team. This role is ideal for someone interested in developing experience supporting pupils with communication needs and working alongside specialist staff in a supportive environment. About the Role - Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist You will work closely with teaching staff and specialist professionals to support pupils with a range of communication and language needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language delays, and complex learning difficulties. This role provides valuable experience for individuals who are passionate about communication development and are considering progressing into Speech and Language Therapy in the future. Key Responsibilities Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups within the classroom Assisting with communication-focused learning activities Supporting pupils to develop speech, language and social communication skills Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement in learning Supporting structured routines and communication strategies Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and specialist staff Promoting a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment The Ideal Candidate Passionate about communication development and supporting children with additional needs Patient, nurturing and emotionally resilient Interested in pursuing a career in Speech and Language Therapy Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils Adaptable, proactive and supportive in the classroom Previous experience supporting children with additional needs, communication difficulties, or autism would be beneficial. We also welcome applicants from psychology, care, youth work or support work backgrounds, as well as graduates interested in gaining relevant experience before further training. What's on Offer Supportive and experienced SEN team Opportunity to gain valuable experience working with pupils with communication needs Collaborative environment working alongside specialist staff A rewarding role supporting pupils' communication and development Competitive salary from 32,916 - 51,048 If you are looking to gain valuable experience in a specialist setting and take the first step towards a career in Speech and Language Therapy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV to this advert. Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Stonehouse

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Stonehouse SEMH Specialist School Term time only 80 - 95 per day Both ASAP / September start available Are you a psychology graduate or aspiring mental health professional looking to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people? A rewarding opportunity has become available for a Mental Health Assistant within a specialist school setting based in Stonehouse. This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping pupils with additional needs and behaviour support overcome barriers to learning. Working in this specialist school in Stonehouse means supporting children and young people who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma responses, or behavioural challenges linked to social, emotional, and mental health needs. Many students in this setting may have experienced adverse childhood experiences, difficulties forming trusting relationships, or challenges managing emotions in structured environments. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will provide consistent support, helping students feel safe, understood, and able to engage with education positively. The Role - Mental Health Assistant: Provide emotional and mental health support to students Support pupils who experience anxiety, behavioural challenges, or school avoidance Implement tailored strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement Work alongside teachers, SEN staff, and therapeutic professionals Help create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment Use restorative and relationship-based approaches to behaviour support Support both academic progress and social development Students in this specialist setting benefit from predictable routines, strong relationships, and staff who understand trauma-informed approaches. Being a Learning Support Assistant focuses on building trust and helping students develop coping strategies that enable long-term progress. The Ideal Candidate: Empathetic, calm, and resilient when supporting vulnerable students Passionate about psychology, mental health, or behaviour support Interested in gaining experience within a specialist school Patient and adaptable to meet individual student needs A psychology graduate or someone with relevant experience/background (sports, art, drama, or music also welcomed) Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education Holding a clear DBS or willing to apply This Mental Health Assistant role based in Stonehouse offers invaluable experience for anyone considering careers in psychology, therapy, counselling, education, or youth support. The position provides hands-on exposure to behaviour strategies, mental health support, and specialist education. Apply now to this opportunity by submitting your CV to this advert. Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Stonehouse

Director of Practice The British Psychological Society is seeking an exceptional Director of Practice to provide visionary leadership and drive the development and delivery of our professional practice strategy. This is a pivotal senior leadership role for an inspirational, forward thinking psychological professional who can shape the future of practice across the UK's psychological workforce. This is an exciting opportunity to make a national impact-strengthening professional standards, advancing the Society's practice agenda, and ensuring our members' expertise shapes policy, workforce planning and high quality professional development. About the Role As Director of Practice, you will lead the Practice Directorate and oversee the development of practice guidance, continuing professional development (CPD) products, workforce development programmes, and strategic partnerships that support the wider psychological workforce. You will be the Society's authoritative voice on psychological practice, representing the BPS externally and working closely with members, Divisions, Member Networks, the Practice Board and strategic partners. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high quality practice resources, intelligence, standards and evidence based outputs that elevate the psychological professions. What We're Looking For A postgraduate degree in psychology (or equivalent knowledge) is essential; HCPC registration and Chartered status are desirable. To be successful, you will be: A highly experienced practitioner psychologist with deep knowledge of professional psychological practice and the contemporary issues facing the profession. An inspirational leader with a track record of delivering organisational change and driving a high performance culture. Skilled at building, developing and motivating multi disciplinary teams. Strategic in your thinking, able to turn vision into actionable plans with measurable impact. Commercially astute with experience developing and delivering high quality professional development and practice products. A confident communicator able to influence, negotiate and represent the Society at the highest levels. Experienced in stakeholder engagement, partnership development and working with volunteers, including experts with lived experience. Proficient in managing complex projects, budgets and external suppliers. Why Join Us? At the BPS, we pride ourselves on being a collaborative, values led organisation committed to supporting and elevating the psychological professions. We offer: Agile & flexible working Generous annual leave Occupational pension scheme Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Programme Tailored learning and development Cycle to work scheme, free eye care vouchers, winter flu vaccinations Life Assurance Discounts with national organisations You'll be joining an organisation with national influence and strategic reach-an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the future of psychological practice. How to Apply Please send your CV, and a covering letter outlining how you meet the criteria by midday on 20th March 2026. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. Interview date: 17 th April. The British Psychological Society is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of your background or circumstances. We are only able to accept applications that can demonstrate a right to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa. Due to the large number of applications we receive, it is not possible to update you on the progress of the application until after the closing date. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.