Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead

Immediate | 13th April | Monday 1st June Starts Available

Location: Maidenhead
Pay: £101.40 per day
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:45pm (term time only)
Training: Full education, training, and CPD provided

Are you an aspiring Psychologist looking to gain practical experience in a specialist school setting, supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex behavioural, emotional, and communication needs?

This Learning Support Assistant role in a specialist autism school in Maidenhead provides hands‑on exposure to psychological approaches to learning, emotional wellbeing, and behavioural support
. Start dates are available immediately
, 13th April
, or Monday 1st June
.

Gain practical experience that aligns with the core skills needed for educational and child psychology:

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups using structured and creative interventions
• Assisting with behavioural monitoring, emotional regulation, and cognitive engagement
• Observing and recording pupil responses to inform psychological strategies
• Using structured, visual, and sensory‑informed approaches to reduce anxiety and promote engagement
• Working alongside teachers, psychologists, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams
• Helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and achieve personal development goals

This experience provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, or Clinical Psychology
.

• Supporting emotional wellbeing and self‑regulation
• Encouraging pro‑social skills and confidence
• Building trusting, supportive relationships with pupils
• Contributing to a structured and nurturing school environment

This placement offers valuable experience for reflective practice, supervision, and future psychology applications
.

We are looking for graduates who are:

• Passionate about child development, psychology, and mental health
• Interested in pursuing a career in Educational, Child, or Clinical Psychology
• Calm, empathetic, and patient when supporting children with complex needs
• Motivated, reflective, and eager to learn psychological strategies in a school setting
• Strong communicators capable of building professional, supportive relationships

Prior experience working with children is helpful but not essential
.

• Competitive daily pay
• Fast‑track registration and compliance
• Full training, CPD, and ongoing professional development
• Flexible working opportunities
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Access to 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy
• FREE wellbeing resources, PSHE materials, and school support packs
• Dedicated personal consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to Unbottled (lived‑experience speakers in schools)
• Work with the UK’s only eco‑friendly education supply agency

This role is the perfect first step for aspiring Psychologists
, providing hands‑on experience in supporting children with Autism and complex needs, strengthening applications for postgraduate psychology programs or assistant psychologist roles.