Assistant Educational Psychologist (SEMH and inclusion)
High Hazels Junior School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 4RP17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
tbc
Closing date
19 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £30,000.00 - £34,000.00 Annually (FTE)
Assistant Educational Psychologist (SEMH and inclusion) job summary
Salary: £30,000-£34,000 FTE (pro rata for term-time working)
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Plus 7 Days
Location: High Hazels Academy
Reporting to: Director of Inclusion
We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Educational Psychologist (SEMH and Inclusion) to join our inclusive and ambitious school community. This could be an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Psychology graduate who is considering a future career in Educational Psychology and is looking to gain substantial practical experience within a school setting. Working closely with our SENCo and receiving regular supervision from an Educational Psychologist, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing our Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision whilst making a direct difference to the lives of children and young people. This position provides a valuable opportunity to gain meaningful experience across assessment, consultation, intervention, and whole-school development. Regular supervision from an Educational Psychologist forms part of the role and will support ongoing professional learning and development.
Work somewhere where you are genuinely valued!
High Hazels Academy is a warm, vibrant and ambitious infant and junior school at the heart of the Darnall community, where strong relationships, inclusion and teamwork shape daily life. Recently recognised in a very positive Ofsted inspection (June 2025), our school is a place where children are known, valued and supported to thrive, and where staff feel genuinely cared for and listened to.
“Pupils are happy and safe in this warm, cheerful and welcoming school.”
“Staff are cared for by a school that considers their workload and well‑being.”
Ofsted, June 2025
Why join High Hazels?
A calm, purposeful learning environment:
Clear routines that allow teaching to be enjoyable and focused.
Children who are eager, respectful and proud of their school.
Supportive leadership and strong teamwork:
Approachable, visible leaders who value staff voices.
A collaborative and welcoming staff team.
Thoughtful workload management and realistic expectations.
Excellent professional development:
High‑quality CPD tailored to your interests and career stage.
Experience delivering interventions, mentoring, coaching or support programmes.
Understanding of child and adolescent development
Understanding of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Who we are looking for:
We would love to hear from candidates who:
Experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
Use positive behaviour approaches and build children’s self-esteem
Are calm, resilient and flexible in their approach
Work well as part of a multi‑professional team
What we can offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme.
A welcoming, supportive workplace with a dedicated, friendly team of staff, parents, and governors.
The opportunity to work with enthusiastic, respectful children who love learning and take pride in their school.
A welcoming and attractive learning environment where everyone is valued.
One paid personal day each year for you to use however you like - theatre trip, shopping day, long weekend?
A generous United Learning benefits package, including:
Free Westfield Health cash plan and GP access.
Employee wellbeing and assistance programme.
Retail discounts, cycle‑to‑work and car lease schemes.
The stability and opportunities of one of the UK’s largest and most successful multi‑academy trusts.
Safer Recruitment
High Hazels Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks.
Come and see us!
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school or arrange an informal conversation prior to applying. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our friendly team, see our calm and purposeful learning environment, and get a genuine feel for life at High Hazels. We are always happy to talk openly about the role, our pupils and the way we support our staff.
Application and Visits
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school prior to applying. Visits can be arranged by contacting our HR Manager: Karen.jones@highhazelsacademy.org.uk
To apply, please visit the link below and select ‘Apply now’ https://www.highhazelsacademy.org.uk/about-us/working-for-us/vacancies
The closing date is Thursday 19th November with shortlisting taking place shortly afterwards and interview taking place w/c 30th November. The school reserves the right to close this advert early should a suitable candidate be identified.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About High Hazels Junior School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 356 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
School location
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