Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead | April 2026 Start

Pay: £101.40 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead

Are you a Psychology graduate or an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking to build a career in mental health, education, or clinical psychology
?

Do you want hands‑on experience supporting young people with anxiety, trauma, and emotional barriers to learning
?

We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist provision in Maidenhead
, supporting students with SEMH needs, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), and complex emotional challenges
.

This setting works with young people who have struggled to engage with mainstream education due to:

• Anxiety and depression
• Emotionally based school avoidance (school refusal)
• Trauma and negative educational experiences
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Your role will be to help students rebuild confidence, trust, and emotional stability
, supporting them to re‑engage with education at their own pace.

You’ll be working in a small, highly supportive environment focused on:

• Emotional regulation
• Strong relationship building
• Personalised and flexible learning approaches

We are hiring for multiple intakes:

• 13th April 2026 (main intake)
• June / July 2026
• September 2026 (new academic year)

Early application is recommended to secure your preferred start.

This is an excellent opportunity for those aspiring to work in:

• Educational or Clinical Psychology
• Mental Health or Therapy
• Youth Justice or Criminal Justice
• Probation Services
• Social Work or Safeguarding

You will gain practical experience in:

• Supporting young people with anxiety and depression
• Understanding trauma‑driven behaviour
• Working with students at risk of exclusion
• Building trust with disengaged learners
• Applying trauma‑informed and therapeutic approaches

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Help students manage anxiety, low mood, and school avoidance
• Build consistent, positive relationships with pupils
• Support emotional regulation and confidence development
• Encourage engagement in learning and daily routines
• Work collaboratively with staff and external professionals
• Promote independence, resilience, and life skills

We welcome applicants who:

• Are Psychology graduates or have relevant experience in care, youth work, or support roles
• Have a genuine interest in mental health and behaviour support
• Are patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
• Have strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Understand how emotional needs impact behaviour and learning

No school experience is required — your attitude, empathy, and commitment are what matter most.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to secure your place for the April 2026 start
, or register your interest for June or September 2026 roles in Maidenhead
.