Job Title: Aspiring Psychologist

Location: Hackney
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long Term

Are you an Aspiring Psychologist looking to make a real difference in the lives of young children? Do you have a passion for fostering emotional and mental well-being in a vibrant primary school setting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Aspiring Psychologist to join an outstanding Primary School in Hackney. This long-term role offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience, work closely with children, and collaborate with experienced professionals.

Responsibilities:

Provide individual and group support to students, addressing emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.
Assist in the development and implementation of personalized intervention plans.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to create a nurturing environment.
Conduct assessments to identify students' needs and progress.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss and plan support strategies.
Promote mental health awareness and positive well-being within the school community.

Requirements:

A degree in Psychology or a related field (or currently working towards one).
A strong passion for working with children in an educational setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Previous experience in a school or child-focused environment is desirable.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Please keep in mind that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the "Aspiring Psychologist” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.