Psychology Graduate? Begin Your Clinical Career as a Clinical Teaching Assistant - Ware Opportunity

Step into Clinical Practice - Gain Real Experience as a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Education and training environment.

Job Title: Clinical Teaching Assistant (Psychology Graduate - Aspiring Assistant Psychologist)

Location: Ware

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: £460 - £500 per week

Sector: Education and Training | Mental Health | Clinical Pathways | Psychology Support

Are you a Psychology graduate ready to apply your knowledge in a real-world clinical setting?

If you're driven to make a difference and are working towards a career as an Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Mental Health Practitioner, this Clinical Teaching Assistant role offers you the experience and mentoring you need to get there.

Join a trauma-informed, therapeutic school environment in Ware, where education and mental health support go hand-in-hand-and where your career can truly begin.

What You'll Gain:

* Hands-on clinical experience in a structured, school-based setting * Weekly CPD sessions and reflective practice with clinical professionals * Ongoing mentorship from Educational Psychologists, Therapists, and SENCOs * A place on a clear Clinical Career Pathway, with opportunities for internal progression and postgraduate support * Real-world exposure to neurodiversity, trauma-informed care, emotional regulation, and therapeutic strategies

Your Day-to-Day Role:

* Supporting students aged 5-18 with SEMH needs and neurodivergent profiles * Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions focused on emotional literacy, resilience, and communication * Collaborating with teachers, therapists, families, and clinical leads to create personalised learning and support plans * Applying evidence-based techniques to help pupils manage trauma, anxiety, and behaviour in a safe and structured setting * Contributing to a therapeutic, inclusive environment where students feel heard and supported

Ideal for Psychology Graduates Who:

* Aspire to become an Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Mental Health Professional * Are passionate about mental health, child development, and trauma-informed education * Bring emotional intelligence, patience, and a growth mindset to their work * Want to build a strong foundation for further study, research, or clinical training * Can commute reliably to Ware and commit full-time during term time

Where This Could Lead:

* Assistant Psychologist roles in CAMHS or school-based mental health services * Entry into Educational or Clinical Psychology postgraduate courses * SEN and safeguarding roles within education and therapeutic settings * Specialist support pathways within youth mental health or neurodiversity teams

This is more than a role in the education and training environment -it's a launchpad into a long-term clinical career.

If you're ready to turn your Psychology degree into real-world impact, apply today and become a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Ware.