Aspiring Psychologist – Non-Verbal – Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Psychologist – Non‑Verbal – Learning Support Assistant – Maidenhead

Location:

Maidenhead |

Start Date:

September 2026 | Pay: £108 per day |

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm |

Contract:

Full‑time, Term Time Only

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

About the Role

• Support young people who have struggled in mainstream education due to anxiety, depression, emotionally based school avoidance, trauma and negative school experiences, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Rebuild confidence, trust and emotional safety, enabling students to gradually return to learning in a structured and supportive environment.
• Work in a small, nurturing setting with a strong focus on emotional regulation, relationship building and personalised learning approaches.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Helping students manage anxiety, low mood and school avoidance.
• Building consistent, positive relationships with young people.
• Supporting emotional regulation and confidence building.
• Encouraging engagement in learning and daily routines.
• Working closely with staff and external professionals.
• Promoting independence, resilience and life skills.

What We’re Looking For

• Psychology graduate or relevant experience in care, youth work or support roles.
• Genuine interest in mental health, education or behaviour support.
• Patient, resilient and emotionally intelligent.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Understanding of how anxiety and depression impact behaviour and learning.

No school‑based experience is required – your attitude, empathy and willingness to learn are what matter most.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proud APSCo Compliance+ accredited and all applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

To apply, submit your application for the September 2026 intake in Maidenhead.