Location
Chippenham
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
12/08/2026
Closing date
02/09/2026
Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Chippenham, Wiltshire | Full-time & Part-time Available | £85-£110 per day | September 2026 Start
Are you a Psychology graduate or undergraduate aspiring to become an Aspiring Educational Psychologist? Are you looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with children with additional needs before progressing into postgraduate study or a career within psychology?
A welcoming and inclusive school in Chippenham, Wiltshire is seeking a passionate and dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist to join their team from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist to gain practical experience within an educational setting while developing a strong understanding of child development, SEND, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and barriers to learning.
You will work closely with children with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties and other special educational needs. As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you will provide targeted support to help children develop their confidence, emotional regulation, communication, social skills and engagement with learning.
The Role
As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you will:
* Provide 1:1 and small-group support to children with a range of SEND and additional needs.
* Build positive, trusting relationships with children and provide consistent emotional and pastoral support.
* Support children to develop emotional regulation, resilience, communication, social and coping strategies.
* Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
* Help identify and reduce barriers that may affect a child's learning, development, wellbeing and participation.
* Support children in developing their independence, confidence and self-esteem.
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals to ensure children receive appropriate support.
* Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
* Develop your understanding of how psychological principles can be applied within education.
About You
We are looking for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist who has:
* A degree or undergraduate study in Psychology or a closely related subject.
* A genuine interest in Educational Psychology, child development and Special Educational Needs.
* A strong understanding of, or willingness to learn about, children's emotional, social and educational development.
* A patient, compassionate and resilient approach when supporting children with additional needs.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* The ability to remain calm, consistent and supportive when working with children who may display challenging behaviour.
* A reflective approach and a genuine desire to understand the individual needs of each child.
* Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly within education, SEND, care or support settings, is beneficial but not essential.
Why Apply?
This Aspiring Educational Psychologist opportunity offers much more than general classroom experience. It is an excellent stepping stone for Psychology graduates and students considering Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, SEN, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or other child-focused professions.
You will gain first-hand experience supporting children with a diverse range of needs and develop a practical understanding of the factors that can influence learning, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and development.
You will work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals, gaining valuable insight into how different professionals collaborate to support children's educational, social and emotional needs.
For an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, this experience can help develop the practical skills, professional awareness and confidence needed when considering future postgraduate study and psychology-related careers.
What We Offer
This Aspiring Educational Psychologist position provides:
* £85-£110 per day, depending on experience.
* PAYE and weekly pay.
* Full-time and part-time opportunities.
* September 2026 start.
* Valuable experience working directly with children with a range of SEND and additional needs.
* Exposure to different approaches to behaviour support, emotional regulation and specialist intervention.
* Experience working alongside experienced education and SEN professionals.
* Excellent experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists and other child-focused professionals.
Take the Next Step Towards Educational Psychology
If you are passionate about child development, psychology and supporting children to overcome barriers to learning, this Aspiring Educational Psychologist role could be the ideal opportunity to gain relevant experience before taking the next step in your career.
Apply today to begin building the practical experience and professional skills needed for a future career as an Educational Psychologist. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.