Aspiring Child Psychologist | Lewisham | September 2026
Are you an aspiring child psychologist looking to gain hands‐on experience supporting children before pursuing further study or professional training? This opportunity would suit a psychology graduate or a graduate with relevant child‐based experience looking to work closely with pupils requiring additional support.
This role involves supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs and speech & language difficulties within a structured school setting. You will work alongside SENCOs, therapists and teaching staff to help pupils regulate emotions, access learning and build confidence throughout the school day.
Weekly Pay: £500–£575 per week. This role offers excellent SEN and safeguarding training opportunities, allows you to work alongside Educational Psychologists and external agencies, provides exposure to intervention work, behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies, and offers long‐term progression opportunities within education and SEN support.
Responsibilities
* Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs and speech & language difficulties.
* Work alongside SENCOs, therapists and teaching staff to help pupils regulate emotions, access learning and build confidence.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Hold strong A‐Levels (or equivalent) and a BA degree, ideally within Psychology or a related subject.
* Be patient, empathetic and emotionally resilient.
* Build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
* Be passionate about child development and mental health support.
* Have long‐term ambitions within Psychology or child‐focused professions.
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