Aspiring Psychologist - Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant

Maidenhead – Starting February 2026

Pay: £101.40 per day

Location:

Maidenhead

Start Date:

February 2026

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:45pm (term time only)
Training:
Full education, training, and CPD provided

This Learning Support Assistant role is an excellent entry point into psychology, designed for graduates who want to gain practical, paid experience before progressing into Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychology.

Based in a specialist autism school in Maidenhead, you will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) who present with behavioural challenges, emotional regulation needs, and learning barriers. The focus of the role is on supporting behaviour, improving engagement, and raising attainment, within a structured, therapeutic, and nurturing environment.

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead - Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant

Education and Training provided

Why This Role Is a Strong Starting Point into Psychology

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training

This role provides hands-on experience that directly links psychological theory to real-world practice, helping you develop the foundational skills required for future psychology training:

* Supporting autistic pupils 1:1 and in small groups, addressing behaviour, attention, and emotional regulation

* Applying strategies informed by behavioural psychology, attachment theory, and trauma-informed practice to improve engagement and learning outcomes

* Using structured routines, visual supports, and sensory strategies to reduce anxiety and support regulation

* Working to raise attainment by helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop independence

* Observing behaviour patterns, identifying triggers, and supporting proactive behaviour plans

* Working alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists, gaining exposure to multidisciplinary practice

This experience mirrors many of the core competencies expected for Assistant Psychologist roles and postgraduate psychology courses.

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Your Impact in the Role

* Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation

* Helping pupils remain engaged in learning and make academic progress

* Building safe, consistent relationships that support wellbeing and development

* Contributing to a calm, structured learning environment where pupils can thrive

This long-term experience provides strong material for reflective practice, supervision discussions, and future applications in psychology and mental health fields.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for graduates who are:

* Educated to degree level in Psychology or a related discipline (or aspiring to enter psychology)

* Passionate about autism, behaviour, child development, and inclusive education

* Calm, patient, and resilient when supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

* Interested in understanding why behaviour occurs and how it can be positively supported

* Strong communicators who can build trusting, professional relationships

* Committed to learning, reflection, and long-term development in psychology

Experience supporting children or young people is beneficial but not essential.

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training

Benefits to You

* Competitive daily pay

* Fast-track registration and compliance

* Ongoing education, training, and CPD

* Flexible working opportunities

* 5-star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews

* Access to 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy

* FREE wellbeing resources, PSHE materials, and classroom support packs

* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

* Access to the Unbottled programme, bringing lived-experience speakers into schools

* Work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency

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