Child Psychologist
18AI USED FOR18%moving to58%
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STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM PSYCHOLOGY →
Child Psychologist
Child psychologists help young people who are struggling emotionally or behaviourally. They assess what's going on, talk with children about their feelings and problems, and work with families and schools to help them feel better and cope.
This job holds up well against AI
AI cannot yet do much of what this job actually involves, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
NHSThe NHS is the largest employer of psychologists in the UK, offering diverse opportunities in child mental health services across the country.Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)CAMHS provides specialist mental health services for children and young people, making it a key employer for child psychologists.Barnardo'sBarnardo's is a leading children's charity in the UK, employing psychologists to support vulnerable children and families.The Priory GroupThe Priory Group offers mental health services across the UK, including specialised care for children and adolescents.Place2BePlace2Be provides mental health support in schools, employing child psychologists to help children cope with emotional challenges.MindMind is a mental health charity that offers support and services across the UK, including child psychology.YoungMindsYoungMinds focuses on improving the mental health of children and young people, employing psychologists to lead initiatives and provide support.The Children's SocietyThe Children's Society works with vulnerable children and young people, employing psychologists to support their mental health needs.Action for ChildrenAction for Children provides support services for children and families, employing psychologists to enhance mental health outcomes.The Anna Freud CentreThe Anna Freud Centre is dedicated to improving the mental health of children and young people, employing psychologists for research and clinical work.