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Aspiring Psychologist – Autism Support Assistant – Feltham

Job Title:

Aspiring Psychologist – Autism Support Assistant – Feltham

Location:

Feltham, London

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Full-time, Monday to Friday – Term Time Only
Pay: £108 per day
Sector:
Education and Training – SEN Support

Are you passionate about autism, communication development, behaviour, and child psychology?

Are you looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting autistic children and young people before pursuing a career in psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, counselling, educational psychology, or mental health services?

We are recruiting Autism Support Assistants for specialist SEN schools in Hillingdon, supporting autistic pupils, including non‑verbal students and children with complex communication and sensory needs.

This role offers exceptional frontline experience for graduates and aspiring professionals who want to build a long‑term career supporting children with additional needs.

Many pupils within these specialist settings require consistent emotional support, structured routines, sensory regulation, and alternative communication approaches to help them engage safely and confidently in education.

Your role will be to provide calm, nurturing, and consistent support throughout the school day, helping students develop communication, independence, emotional regulation, and confidence.

Why This Role Is Ideal for an Aspiring Psychologist

Working as an Autism Support Assistant provides invaluable practical experience for anyone interested in:

Clinical Psychology
Educational Psychology
Speech and Language Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Behaviour Therapy
SEN and Specialist Education
Autism and Neurodevelopmental Support

You will gain direct experience supporting:

Autistic children and young people
Non‑verbal pupils
Children with sensory processing differences
Pupils with communication difficulties
Students requiring structured routines and emotional regulation support
Children with SEMH and behavioural needs linked to communication frustration

You will also develop practical understanding of:

Autism-friendly communication strategies
Emotional regulation and co‑regulation
Behaviour as communication
Sensory support approaches
Visual schedules and structured learning
Relationship‑based support
Positive behaviour support strategies
De‑escalation techniques
Alternative and augmentative communication (AAC)

Most importantly, you will see first‑hand how consistent adult support and positive relationships can significantly improve a child’s confidence, wellbeing, communication, and ability to engage in learning.

Your role is to:

Help pupils feel safe, understood, and supported
Support communication and emotional regulation
Build trust and positive relationships
Encourage independence and engagement
Create a calm and predictable learning environment
Raise Attainment! Help students develop confidence in both learning and social situations

By providing patient and consistent support, you will help children understand that their communication differences and challenges do not define their potential.

What You Will Be Doing

Supporting autistic pupils on a 1:1 or small‑group basis
Working with non‑verbal students using visual and communication‑based approaches
Supporting emotional regulation and sensory needs
Helping pupils engage in lessons and classroom activities
Encouraging routine, structure, and independence
Using calm and consistent behaviour support strategies
Supporting transitions throughout the school day
Working alongside teachers, therapists, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
Acting as a positive role model for communication, patience, and resilience

We Would Love to Hear From You If You Have:

A strong interest in psychology, autism, mental health, or child development
Experience in care, youth work, mentoring, SEN support, coaching, or community services
A calm, patient, and empathetic personality
Emotional resilience and strong communication skills
The ability to build positive relationships with vulnerable children and young people
A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential

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