Clinical Teaching Assistant

Job description

Clinical Teaching Assistant - Pathway to Clinical CareersLocation: Ware

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

Start Date: Immidiate

Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training

Academics are seeking a Psychology or Criminology graduate or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in or around Ware who is looking to start a career in mental health, clinical practice, or education and training. This Clinical Teaching Assistant role offers valuable hands‐on experience supporting students with complex needs and provides a strong pathway toward roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist.

You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi‐disciplinary team in Ware.

Why Join Us?

Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy

Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students'

Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs

Join a supportive, trauma‐informed care team focused on innovation and growth

The Role - Clinical Teaching AssistantBased in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Ware, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include:

Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions

Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation

Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists

Supporting students' academic and personal growth

Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive

Clear Career Progression as a Clinical Teaching Assistant

Clinical or Educational Psychology

Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy

Specialist Teaching and SEN Education

Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention

Who We're Looking For

Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines

Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people

Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care

Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential

Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient

If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Clinical Teaching Assistant, this role in Ware offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ware

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English