Aspiring Psychologist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Didcot
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£100 / hour
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

SEN support SEMH support 1:1 tutoring Group work Behavior management Child psychology ASD awareness ADHD awareness

FULL DESCRIPTION

Aspiring Psychologist

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Location: Didcot, UK

Salary: £89 - £100 per day

Type: Full-time, Long Term Supply

Start Date: Immediate

Job Description

Are you a graduate looking to kickstart your career in psychology? Do you come from an education background and want to explore supporting children’s mental health in a rewarding role?

A friendly and welcoming primary school in Didcot is looking for a new mental health assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This role is ideal for aspiring psychologists who are keen to gain invaluable experience while supporting vulnerable children in a nurturing primary school environment.

Within this role you will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them work towards their academic and personal goals. You will become familiar with the national curriculum and tailor activities to meet individual needs. You will support pupils with a range of SEN and SEMH needs, including ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties and attachment disorders.

What to Expect

  • Primary School Setting
  • £89-£100 per day
  • Supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH needs
  • Immediate start available

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for a psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on classroom experience to support their journey towards becoming a psychologist. It is also well suited to experienced teaching assistants who have a genuine interest in mental health support and want to develop this further.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this Mental Health Assistant role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert or kindly email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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Contact Details

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Contact: Daisy Moxon

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