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Surrey - SEMH - Aspiring Psychologist - Intervention - Mental Health - SEN - Psychology - Graduate - WokingAre you passionate about helping to create the best possible outcomes for children? Is Woking a good location for you?The SchoolAspiring Psychologists! We are looking for a dedicated Graduates to work in this small, specialist school based in Woking. All students have a range of special educatoinal needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist.This trainee role in Woking is an amazing opportunity for Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children.You will be working in a creative and energetic team, alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with special educational needs, associated challenges and traumas. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.Person Specification for Aspiring Psychologist:<ul><li>Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively</li><li>Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students</li><li>Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict</li><li>High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener</li><li>Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work</li><li>Can commute to Woking</li></ul> Sept start, trial days taking place Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students 90- 100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only No previous experience is required You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorshipApply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd, if interested in the Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate - role: (phone number removed) (url removed)Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate

Aspiring Psychologist

"I move on, due to international relocation, with huge gratitude for my ten years with Surrey Educational Psychology Service. I feel lucky to have worked with some exceptional Educational Psychologists and within a supportive and dedicated team of Senior Educational Psychologists. The opportunities within the service have given me a distinct sense of purpose in my role which has remained a constant within the ever-changing landscape of Educational Psychology." Anna, Are Senior Educational Psychologist.Are you an experienced and passionate Educational Psychologist ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a dynamic Senior Educational Psychologist to join our leadership team, delivering psychological services for children and young people across the county.The position has a competitive salary of Soulbury Scale B: 65,432 - 69,399 per annum, pro-rata to 39,259 - 41,639 for 21.60 per week, with up to 3 SPA points. There is the option to make the role up to full-time hours with main grade EP work.Our Offer to You<ul><li>London Fringe Area allowance of 939 per annum</li><li>Essential Car User Lump Sum Allowance of 963 per annum</li><li>26 days' holiday (pro-rata for part-time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays</li><li>Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave</li><li>A generous local government salary related pension</li><li>Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year</li><li>Paternity, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing</li><li>Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources</li><li>Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping</li><li>A strong, values-driven service culture</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance</li><li>Opportunities to lead innovative projects and influence policy</li><li>Access to high-quality supervision and professional development</li><li>A commitment to wellbeing and reflective practice</li><li>A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents</li></ul>About the RoleThis is an exciting time to join us. Our service sits within the newly formed Early Intervention and Prevention Service, working in close partnership with specialist Teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, physical and sensory support teams, and wider agencies. Together, we're developing a Team Around the School approach - focusing on whole-school, evidence-based strategies that drive meaningful culture and practice change.We are proud to have recently expanded our traded offer whilst also retaining a core offer to settings with a focus on the meaningful inclusion of children and young people in their local community. We maintain strong links with the Educational Psychology training providers through Associate Tutor and Course Director roles.Key responsibilities as a Senior Educational Psychologist include:<ul><li>Providing leadership and supervision to a team of Educational Psychologists</li><li>Contributing to strategic planning and service development</li><li>Ensuring the delivery of high-quality psychological services to schools, families, and settings</li><li>Leading on specialist areas such as early years, Team Around the School and a Targeted offer for children and young people</li><li>Collaborating with multi-agency teams to promote positive outcomes for children and young people</li></ul>Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:<ul><li>Qualified Educational Psychologist, registered with the HCPC</li><li>Substantial experience in applying psychology in education and Local Authority settings</li><li>Ability to demonstrate leadership, initiative, and a commitment to inclusive practice</li><li>Confidence in supporting colleagues and contributing to service development</li><li>A collaborative, creative, and evidence-informed approach</li></ul>To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 5 questions:<ul><li>Please tell us about what motivates you to take on a senior role within Educational Psychology, and how do your values align with our commitment to inclusive practice and early intervention?</li><li>Please describe your experience in leading or supervising Educational Psychologists or other professionals. How have you supported their development and ensured high-quality service delivery?</li><li>Please tell us about a time you contributed to strategic planning or service development within an education or local authority setting. What was your role, and what impact did your contribution have?</li><li>Please describe a situation where you worked collaboratively with multi-agency teams to support children or young people. What approach did you take, and what were the outcomes?</li><li>How do you ensure your practice is informed by evidence and current psychological research? Please give an example of how you've applied this in your work to promote positive outcomes.</li></ul>Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 26.10.2025 with interviews planned for the 4th and 5th November 2025.Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people across Surrey.We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Senior Educational Psychologist

Please be aware that you must have a minimum of 12 months' post qualification experience in order to be considered for this post as RNMH. We cannot consider RGN. Are you an experienced RMN wanting to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork is integral? Where you'll be invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Then join the team at Potters Bar Clinic in Potters Bar and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As an experienced Mental Health Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career. What you will be doing: As a qualified Mental Health Nurse (RMN), you will ensure young people and adults with acute mental health needs receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork. The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include: <ul> <li>Providing high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to service users</li><li>Being responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care</li><li>Providing mentorship and support to team members</li><li>Observing, recording and reporting all service user changes, and maintaining accurate records of care provided</li></ul> Skills and knowledge you will have: <ul> <li>A relevant nursing qualification </li><li>NMC registration</li><li>Strong team-working skills</li><li>A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach</li><li>A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate</li><li>A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice</li></ul> Where you will be working: Location: 190 Barnet Rd, Potters Bar EN6 2SE Join the team at Potters Bar Clinic providing care for young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders in an established 24-hour care environment. The CAMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services are for young people aged 13-18. Potters Bar Clinic is located in a residential area, only one minute drive from the M25 and a short bus ride from Potters Bar Train Station, with a bus stop right outside, making it an easy commute for most. What you will get: <ul> <li>Annual salary up to £38,000 DoE plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus</li><li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off!</li><li>Free meals and parking </li><li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li><li>Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.</li><li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li><li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li></ul> There are also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Mental Health Nurse

Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Barnet EdEx are exclusively working with a leading secondary school in Barnetwho are looking to find x3 Behaviour Mentors (SEMH) for ASAP starts. This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit specialist SEMH / Mental Health school for young people who require specialist SEMH support within a small school setting.This is an ASAP start position, Monday - Friday, school hours (8:30am - 4:00pm / Friday 2:15 finish).These Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities are ideal for the following people:<ul><li>Aspiring Psychologists</li><li>Aspiring Mental Health Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Children Well-Being Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Social Workers</li><li>Experienced Behaviour Mentors</li><li>&amp; more!</li></ul>This school are exceptionally passionate about providing young people the best possible opportunities and education for all students. They celebrate difference, they challenge themselves and their students, they resolve conflict and have high expectations about student behaviour. Students at this school have often struggled to cope in a mainstream setting. These students can have self-esteem issues and confidence issues, so need confident, firm but fair and supportive staff around them to succeed.If you feel like you are up to the challenge and want to support students who need a shining light in their life, these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant could be for you!Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - School Details:<ul><li>Located in the borough of Barnet</li><li>Specialist SEMH School - 65 pupils aged 10-18 years old</li><li>Wide-ranging curriculum including; Music, Sports, Arts &amp; more!</li><li>Schools values: Dream, Believe, Achieve</li><li>All staff work together to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels welcome and included!</li><li>Being Community Minded is a key throughout the school and federation - all pupils' are encouraged to be "be community minded"</li><li>Plenty of training and CPD across the school - learning from the best specialist SEMH teachers and support staff</li></ul>Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - Role Details:<ul><li>Monday to Friday - No weekends</li><li>School Hours - typically 8:30am - 4:00pm</li><li>ASAP Starts - Multiple Vacancies</li><li>Long term contract - at least for remainder of academic year - September 2025 - July 2026 (scope for a permanent contract if interested from Sept 26)</li><li>Fantastic training, support and professional development</li></ul>If you are interested in these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities then please apply today, Becca at EdEx will be in touch with further details if you're shortlisted!Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Barnet INDTA

Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant

Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Barnet EdEx are exclusively working with a leading secondary school in Barnetwho are looking to find x3 Behaviour Mentors (SEMH) for ASAP starts. This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit specialist SEMH / Mental Health school for young people who require specialist SEMH support within a small school setting. This is an ASAP start position, Monday - Friday, school hours (8:30am - 4:00pm / Friday 2:15 finish). These Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities are ideal for the following people: <ul> <li>Aspiring Psychologists</li><li>Aspiring Mental Health Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Children Well-Being Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Social Workers</li><li>Experienced Behaviour Mentors</li><li>&amp; more!</li></ul> This school are exceptionally passionate about providing young people the best possible opportunities and education for all students. They celebrate difference, they challenge themselves and their students, they resolve conflict and have high expectations about student behaviour. Students at this school have often struggled to cope in a mainstream setting. These students can have self-esteem issues and confidence issues, so need confident, firm but fair and supportive staff around them to succeed. If you feel like you are up to the challenge and want to support students who need a shining light in their life, these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant could be for you! Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - School Details: <ul> <li>Located in the borough of Barnet</li><li>Specialist SEMH School - 65 pupils aged 10-18 years old</li><li>Wide-ranging curriculum including; Music, Sports, Arts &amp; more!</li><li>Schools values: Dream, Believe, Achieve</li><li>All staff work together to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels welcome and included!</li><li>Being Community Minded is a key throughout the school and federation - all pupils' are encouraged to be "be community minded"</li><li>Plenty of training and CPD across the school - learning from the best specialist SEMH teachers and support staff</li></ul> Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - Role Details: <ul> <li>Monday to Friday - No weekends</li><li>School Hours - typically 8:30am - 4:00pm</li><li>ASAP Starts - Multiple Vacancies</li><li>Long term contract - at least for remainder of academic year - September 2025 - July 2026 (scope for a permanent contract if interested from Sept 26)</li><li>Fantastic training, support and professional development</li></ul> If you are interested in these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities then please apply today, Becca at EdEx will be in touch with further details if you're shortlisted! Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Barnet INDTA

Location: London Salary Package: 50,000 - 70,000 Benefits for the Educational Psychologist Visa sponsorship : <ul> <li> Permanent position with long-term stability and career progression </li><li> Salary is negotiable depending on experience </li><li>Chance to get involved in systemic work</li><li>Working in schools</li><li>Working with families in creative ways</li><li>Working across the system</li><li>People in the team are different ages and also from different ethnic backgrounds</li><li>Your colleagues will be a multi-disciplinary team</li><li>Strong induction programme for everyone</li><li>Start date in January</li><li>Can offer visa sponsorship</li></ul> Nonstop Care is working with a Private therapeutic Educational Group in London which has a unique educational psychology service and is looking for an Educational Psychologist visa sponsorship to join their service, full-time in January. Applicants from oversees with HCPC registration are welcome to apply, as they do offer visa sponsorship. However you will need to be available to start in January. Responsibilities The Educational Psychologist Visa sponsorship can be a Maingrade Educational Psychologist or a Senior Practitioner level, who would like to get involved in systemic work, therapeutic, working across the system and with families in creative ways ! I am looking for someone who is eager to join a diverse team, of different ages and different ethnic backgrounds. A friendly team who values equity and the diversity of need. This is a full-time and it is a chance to get involved in working with a private organisation who values inclusive services and multi-disciplinary working. Please apply if: - you have qualifications as Educational Psychologist and you are registered with HCPC - you have at least 1 year of experience as educational psychologist You can send your CV directly to me at If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.

Educational Psychologist Visa Sponsorship

Location: LondonSalary Package: 50,000 - 70,000 Benefits for the Educational Psychologist Visa sponsorship :<ul><li>Permanent position with long-term stability and career progression </li><li>Salary is negotiable depending on experience </li><li>Chance to get involved in systemic work</li><li>Working in schools</li><li>Working with families in creative ways</li><li>Working across the system</li><li>People in the team are different ages and also from different ethnic backgrounds</li><li>Your colleagues will be a multi-disciplinary team</li><li>Strong induction programme for everyone</li><li>Start date in January</li><li>Can offer visa sponsorship</li></ul>Nonstop Care is working with a Private therapeutic Educational Group in London which has a unique educational psychology service and is looking for an Educational Psychologist visa sponsorship to join their service, full-time in January. Applicants from oversees with HCPC registration are welcome to apply, as they do offer visa sponsorship. However you will need to be available to start in January. ResponsibilitiesThe Educational Psychologist Visa sponsorship can be a Maingrade Educational Psychologist or a Senior Practitioner level, who would like to get involved in systemic work, therapeutic, working across the system and with families in creative ways !I am looking for someone who is eager to join a diverse team, of different ages and different ethnic backgrounds. A friendly team who values equity and the diversity of need. This is a full-time and it is a chance to get involved in working with a private organisation who values inclusive services and multi-disciplinary working. Please apply if:- you have qualifications as Educational Psychologist and you are registered with HCPC - you have at least 1 year of experience as educational psychologist You can send your CV directly to me at (url removed)If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.

Support Worker - Supported Living / Mental Health - £26.9k to £28.8k + allowances + excellent benefits - SE London / CatfordThis is an opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a not-for-profit organisation that provides supported living and supported housing services for vulnerable individuals who have experienced social exclusion, disadvantages or homelessness but have retained the capacity to make independent choices. They work proactively with their partners to support their residents through their journey to independence and social inclusion.The Support Worker will take a person-centred approach and work within a high or medium support service, housing vulnerable adults with enduring mental health and challenging behaviours. The post holder will empower the residents and support them on their journey to independent living, whilst along the way help to make each day of their lives as fulfilling and meaningful as possible.SALARY ETC:<ul><li>£26.9k, reviewed to £28.8k after probation period.</li><li>Sleep-in allowance when on sleep in shift, of £70</li><li>Excellent benefits package that includes; enhanced holidays, healthcare plan and wellness, learning and development, retail discounts, additional leave, events etc.</li><li>Permanent, full-time role, 37.5 hours/week</li><li>Various shifts on a rota basis, including day, evening and occasional weekend and sleep-in shifts (allowance paid for sleep-in shifts)</li><li>South East London / Catford</li></ul>REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>At least 2 years' experience as a Support Worker within mental health services/supported living services.</li><li>Experience of providing high dependency support.</li><li>Experience of working with 10 to 15 clients/caseloads at a time.</li><li>Must be living in UK, with full rights to work in the UK (No Sponsorship available).</li><li>Undergraduate degree or vocational qualification in health and social care.</li><li>Good knowledge of mental health-related illnesses &amp; awareness/experience of supported living.</li><li>To be aware of the needs of service users of a supported living environment.</li><li>Great administration and organisation skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate appropriately with people at all levels.</li><li>Self-motivated and able to use own initiative to find solutions.</li><li>Warm and friendly demeanour with a positive and open-minded attitude.</li></ul>DUTIES TO INCLUDE:<ul><li>Commit to a 24hr premises rota to ensure safety and security of tenants and ensure that unauthorised persons are not permitted into the premises.</li><li>To be responsible for a caseload of clients and for completing personalised needs and safety assessments, creating person centred support plans and identifying SMART goals with the active involvement of tenants and where possible their relatives and other professionals involved in their support provision.</li><li>Review needs assessments, risk assessments and support plans regularly.</li><li>Whilst liaising with Revenues &amp; Benefit Officer, support tenants with welfare benefits and housing options.</li><li>Manage daily interactions and tenant queries in a way which provides reassurance and understanding.</li><li>Assist in the reception of tenants, relatives and visitors to the Accommodation and maintain excellent hospitality.</li><li>Perform routine health, safety, security and surveillance checks to monitor tenant wellbeing.</li><li>To handle incidents in a calm and professional manner and to fully record and report all occurrences.</li><li>Ensure tenants are aware of all appointments and accompanied to such appointments if needed. Attend supervision sessions and training and review, external partner agencies.</li><li>Supporting tenants with social inclusion, and empowering them to be involved in education and employment.</li><li>To support in clearing and re-furnishing vacancy rooms in preparation for re-letting. To support clients to clean and tidy their rooms where this is an identified area of support.</li></ul>

Mental Health Support Worker - Supported Living

WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for dedicated School Mental Health Practitioners to join the Harris Federation's central mental health team and make a meaningful impact in secondary schools across London. You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team led by our Lead Mental Health Practitioner, receiving regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development and helping to shape the future of mental health support in education. In this full-time role, you will deliver evidence-based, low-intensity mental health interventions to students aged 11-18 across up to three Harris secondary academies. You will work directly with students through 1:1 sessions, group work and whole-school wellbeing initiatives, helping to shape a culture of mental health awareness and support. You will be based in schools for four days per week, primarily in South, South East and South West London, and occasionally in North London. Travel between schools is required. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Providing tailored 1:1 mental health and wellbeing support to students and their families</li> <li>Facilitating small group interventions and psychoeducational sessions</li> <li>Running drop-in sessions during break and lunch times for students experiencing mild to moderate distress</li> <li>Collaborating with school staff to promote mental health awareness and training</li> <li>Contributing to school-wide risk assessments and wellbeing strategies</li> <li>Maintaining accurate records and report on outcomes using national standards</li> <li>Sharing best practices and innovations across our network of schools</li> </ul> WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We welcome applications from: <ul> <li>Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) or Children's Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs)</li> <li>Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) with experience working with children and young people</li> <li>Early career practitioners eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment</li> <li>Registered mental health professionals (BACP, BABCP, UKCP, HCPC) trained in delivering low-intensity interventions in school settings</li> </ul> Experience in NHS Mental Health Support Teams is advantageous. For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION &amp; VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: <ul> <li>Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression</li> <li>Annual performance and loyalty bonus</li> <li>Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution</li> <li>Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice</li> <li>Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme</li> <li>Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts</li> <li>20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees</li> <li>Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans</li> </ul> For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

School Mental Health Practitioner

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health AssistantLocation: Chesham, Buckinghamshire Start Date: October 2025 Contract: Full-time Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology or Criminology, looking to gain hands-on experience working with children with special educational needs?Do you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or a Mental Health Support Worker?This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career while making a real difference in the lives of young people.About the Role:We are working closely with a well-regarded primary school in Chesham, which is looking to recruit Graduate Mental Health Assistants from September 2025. The school supports pupils with a variety of needs, including:<ul><li>Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)</li><li>Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)</li><li>Behavioural difficulties</li></ul> As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll be working alongside teachers, SEN professionals, and therapists to support pupils both academically and emotionally. The school is especially keen to hear from graduates in Psychology or Criminology who are planning to pursue careers in education, therapy, or child mental health.What We're Looking For:<ul><li>A graduate (or final-year student) in Psychology, Criminology, or a related subject</li><li>A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs</li><li>Some experience working with children or young people (formal or informal) is helpful but not essential</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure</li><li>A commitment to working full-time for the full academic year (minimum 12 months)</li></ul>Why Apply?<ul><li>Gain valuable, practical experience in a school setting</li><li>Ideal preparation for postgraduate training in psychology, education, or therapy</li><li>Join a warm, supportive team of professionals</li><li> Receive ongoing guidance and mentorship</li></ul>Interested?Interviews are currently being scheduled, so early applications are encouraged. To apply or find out more by clicking Apply Now. Perfect for Psychology or Criminology graduates completing their final year and looking to launch a meaningful career!Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

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