38 educational psychologist jobs found

Tripod Partners is recruiting Educational Psychologists to support a Local Authority on a fully remote, locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EP looking for flexible, well-paid assessment work that fits around existing commitments. You'll be completing statutory assessments and writing high-quality reports to inform Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments - all from home, with no site attendance required. Pay & Hours * £1,200 per completed assessment * Each assessment is estimated at approximately 2 days' work * Flexible volume - take on as many or as few assessments as suit your availability * Fully remote working What's Involved * Conducting educational psychology assessments for children and young people * Writing clear, jargon-free reports accessible to non-specialist readers (e.g. parents/carers), with acronyms spelled out in full * Representing the views and aspirations of the child/young person and their...

Location: Reading 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about understanding and supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Do you want hands-on experience in SEMH settings while exploring a career as a Clinical or Educational Psychologist?   🏫 About the School A small, specialist school in Reading are seeking a motivated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant / Aspiring Educational Psychologist to join their dedicated SEMH team. The school supports students aged with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, so building positive relationships and demonstrating the value of education is central to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain practical experience in restorative, trauma-informed...

Location: Maidenhead 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about understanding and supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Do you want hands-on experience in SEMH settings while exploring a career as a Clinical or Educational Psychologist?   🏫 About the School A small, specialist school in Maidenhead are seeking a motivated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant / Aspiring Educational Psychologist to join their dedicated SEMH team. The school supports students aged with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, so building positive relationships and demonstrating the value of education is central to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain practical experience in restorative,...

Location: Slough 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about understanding and supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Do you want hands-on experience in SEMH settings while exploring a career as a Clinical or Educational Psychologist?   🏫 About the School A small, specialist school near Slough are seeking a motivated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant / Aspiring Educational Psychologist to join their dedicated SEMH team. The school supports students aged with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, so building positive relationships and demonstrating the value of education is central to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain practical experience in restorative, trauma-informed...

Job Purpose To apply psychological theory, research and evidence-based practice to improve outcomes for children and young people aged 0-25. Working collaboratively with families, schools, early years settings, colleges and multi-agency partners, the Educational Psychologist supports inclusion, learning, emotional wellbeing and positive development, ensuring children and young people achieve their potential. Key Responsibilities Undertake psychological assessments of children and young people experiencing learning, developmental, behavioural, social or emotional difficulties. Prepare clear, evidence-based psychological advice for Education, Health and Care (EHC) Needs Assessments and Annual Reviews in accordance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice. Deliver consultations with parents, carers, schools and other professionals to identify strengths, needs and appropriate interventions. Design and implement evidence-based interventions to support...

Are you a university graduate? Are you interested in mental health and neurodiversity? Do you want to build your experience before becoming a qualified educational psychologist? A fantastic SEN school in Swindon are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to help support and motivate their pupils with additional needs. The children in the school have a range of special educational needs - this includes Autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, multi-sensory impairments, speech and communication challenges and physical disabilities. The students therefore require a Graduate who is bubbly, understanding, empathetic and patient. By working as a Learning Support Assistant, you will be provided with all the skills needed to undergo training as an Educational Psychologist in the future. Not only will you gain first-hand experience working with neurodivergent children, you will also learn how to implement individualised support plans and learning strategies in the classroom in order for each...

About the Role The London Borough of Redbridge is seeking qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists to support the Educational Psychology Service in delivering high-quality statutory SEN work. This role will focus on contributing psychological advice as part of the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process. You will assess and advise on the strengths, needs, outcomes, and provision required for children and young people, ensuring all work is completed in line with current legislation, statutory duties, and Redbridge quality standards. You will conduct face-to-face assessments within schools, educational settings, and family homes across the borough and produce high-quality psychological advice using the Redbridge EHC advice template. Two days will be allocated per Educational Psychology advice completed. Key Responsibilities Undertake psychological assessments of children and young people as part of statutory SEN processes. Provide clear,...

Are you a university graduate? Are you interested in mental health and neurodiversity? Do you want to build your experience to become an Educational Psychologist? A fantastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Salisbury is seeking an enthusiastic graduate to join their team in September, to work as a Learning Support Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate wanting to become an Educational Psychologist, Child Psychologist or Speech and Language Therapist. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will gain valuable experience and support children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, physical disabilities and emotional and behavioural needs. You will help ensure each child stays on track with their work, meets their milestones, and help the class teacher to make the classroom a fun and exciting environment. You will also provide social and emotional support for the students, and encourage social development. By working as a Learning Support...

Educational Psychologist – £1200 per assesment – Flexible Work Are you a skilled Educational Psychologist looking for fully remote, flexible work with excellent pay? A local authority is seeking experienced EPs to complete remote assessments on an open-ended contract. ✅ Fully remote – work from anywhere ✅ £1200 per assessment ✅ Immediate start ✅ Open-ended contract – take on as many assessments as you can cover If you’re HCPC-registered and available to start immediately, apply now to join a supportive team with complete flexibility

Sen Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) * Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 am * Ongoing position * London borough of newham * 97 - 115 per day * Social, emotional & cognitive support for students with various SEMH-related needs Day to day as a Sen Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) * Supporting student/students in developing their social, emotional and cognitive skills * Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO & wider community professionals (e.g. Educational Psychologist) to ensure students are on track * Supporting the team in creating a progressive & welcoming learning environment * Working with student/students in various year groups with learning disabilities (Autism, ADHD) as well as Mental Health needs Sen Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) About The School... * Primary school located in the London borough of Newham * Tight-knit community and supportive team * Easily accessible by public transport + street parking offered close to the site * Holds a...

Location: Slough 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about understanding and supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Do you want hands-on experience in SEMH settings while exploring a career as a Clinical or Educational Psychologist?   🏫 About the School A small, specialist school near Slough are seeking a motivated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant / Aspiring Clinical Psychologist to join their dedicated SEMH team. The school supports students aged with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, so building positive relationships and demonstrating the value of education is central to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain practical experience in restorative, trauma-informed...

Location: Wokingham 💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about understanding and supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Do you want hands-on experience in SEMH settings while exploring a career as a Clinical or Educational Psychologist?   🏫 About the School A small, specialist school near Wokingham are seeking a motivated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant / Aspiring Clinical Psychologist to join their dedicated SEMH team. The school supports students aged with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, so building positive relationships and demonstrating the value of education is central to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain practical experience in restorative,...

Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury Start Date: September 2026 Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field, with ambitions to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Support Worker? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and mental health challenges in a school setting? About the Role: We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Aylesbury, seeking dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their team in September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to build meaningful experience working with children who have a range of additional needs, including: Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) ADHD Behavioural difficultiesThe school places a strong emphasis on consistency and commitment, so they are looking for individuals who can commit to the full...

Have you considered a future in Speech and Language Therapy? Are you interested in communication and language acquisition? Are you a graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with additional learning needs? If so, then this opportunity is for you! An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join them full-time in September. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and associated challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain experience supporting children to overcome communication barriers. You will work closely with a small class of 8 students, liaising with the class teacher, therapists and support staff to help all students flourish. You will play an instrumental role in developing the independence, social skills and...

Are you looking to gain hands on experience in a specialist setting? Are you a graduate dreaming of becoming a future Psychologist? A unique and friendly Special School in Calne are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to help their pupils with special educational needs. The students at the school have a range of needs, including Autism, learning difficulties, speech and language needs and mental health challenges. They therefore need a Learning Support Assistant who is understanding, patient, with a positive, go-to attitude! As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be responsible for setting boundaries in the classroom and also making sure the pupils understand the value of education. You will help them understand their own emotional needs, and ensure they feel safe and supported in school. You will help manage any challenging behaviour that arises as a result of the student's needs, as well as providing pastoral support to students. Most importantly, you will set an...

Psychology Graduate – Primary SEND Support * Location: Middleton, Rochdale * Type: Full-time, Long-term * Working Hours: 08:30 – 15:30 * Salary: £95-£100 per day Are you a Psychology Graduate eager to apply your knowledge of child development and build a rewarding career in education? Whether you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, or Primary Teacher, working as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in a mainstream primary school’s SEND provision is the perfect foundation to develop your skills and gain invaluable, hands-on experience. We are currently recruiting for a passionate and proactive Psychology Graduate to join a vibrant, welcoming primary school in Middleton (Rochdale). This long-term opportunity begins in Sept 2026 and offers the chance to make a genuine impact on the early educational journeys of young children with special educational needs and disabilities. Your Role as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) As a...

Psychology Graduate – Primary SEND School Location: Manchester Working Hours: 08:30 am - 3:30 pm Salary: £95-£105 per day Are you a Psychology Graduate eager to apply your knowledge of child development and build a rewarding career in primary education? Whether you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist, Child Therapist, or Primary Teacher, working as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) primary setting is the perfect foundation to develop your skills and gain invaluable, hands-on experience. We are currently recruiting a passionate and proactive Psychology Graduate to join a vibrant, welcoming Special Needs Primary School in Manchester. This long-term opportunity begins in Sept 2026 and offers the chance to make a genuine impact on the early development and lives of children aged 4–11 with a range of learning difficulties. Your Role as a Primary Learning Support Assistant (LSA) As an LSA, you will provide critical...

Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant - East London Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a thriving specialist school in East London? Do you have a background in Special Needs, Psychology, Education, or a related field? Do you have prior experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant and aspirations to build a career in education? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Position Details: Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) School Type: Primary & Secondary Specialist School Location: East London, Newham & Tower Hamlets Salary: £80 - £100 per day Experience: Previous experience desirable (voluntary or paid at least 1 year) Interview & Trial Days: Currently being arranged About the Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working one-on-one with a child who has autism and communication difficulties. Your role will be to provide tailored support, helping the student engage in learning, develop social...

SEN Teaching Assistant Pay: £90-120 per day - DOE Mon-Fri, Daily Hours: 8:30 - 16:00 Full-time / Term Time only Tower Hamlets, East London We're looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-19 years with special educational needs, including SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties), alongside associated social, emotional, and learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and supporting young people with complex needs to thrive in a specialist SEN school environment. SEN Teaching Assistant Role: Supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including SLD and PMLD, as well as SEMH and additional learning needs Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs and abilities Assisting with personalised learning programmes, care plans, and sensory-based activities Supporting communication, engagement, and emotional regulation Working closely with...

Behaviour Mentor – SEMH Secondary School Surrey | September Start | Full-Time | Long-Term £110 per day Pertemps Education are currently recruiting on behalf of an SEMH Secondary School in Wallington who are looking to appoint enthusiastic and resilient Behaviour Mentors to join their team from September. This full-time, long-term opportunity is perfect for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and are looking to build a rewarding career within education. The Role Provide 1:1 and small group behavioural and emotional support. Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and personal development. Support teachers in maintaining a calm, structured and productive learning environment. Help implement behaviour support strategies and individual behaviour plans. Promote positive behaviour and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.The Ideal Candidate Experience working with...