Aspiring psychologist – learning support assistant

Gateshead
Milk Education
Learning support assistant
Posted: 11h ago
The role

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training

Location: Gateshead
Contract: Term-time only
Hours: 8:30-15:30, Mon-Fri
Start: September
Pay: £107.71 per day

Are you a graduate or currently working as a Learning Support Assistant and looking to take the next step towards a career in educational psychology or occupational therapy?

Do you want a role where your empathy, patience and resilience can genuinely transform the educational experience of young people who struggle to access school?

We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants on behalf of a Primary School in Gateshead. This role provides valuable, hands-on experience supporting children and young people who experience anxiety, emotionally based school avoidance (school refusal), autism, communication differences and additional learning needs.

Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training

Why this role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Forensic Psychologists or Occupational Therapists:

This position provides direct experience with children experiencing anxiety, trauma, school avoidance and additional learning needs, which is highly relevant for careers in psychology, therapy and SEND education.

You will gain valuable insight into:

  • Supporting children with emotionally based school avoidance and anxiety
  • Building trust with pupils who have struggled in traditional education settings
  • Using trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
  • Understanding behaviour linked to anxiety, emotional regulation and past experiences
  • Working within a multi-disciplinary team including teachers, therapists and external professionals
  • Helping pupils rebuild confidence, routine and engagement with learning
  • Supporting young people from diverse social, cultural and educational backgrounds

    • Many graduates use this role to confirm whether a career in educational psychology, youth justice, occupational therapy, mental health support or SEND education is the right pathway for them.

    Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training

    What you will be doing:

  • Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups throughout the school day
  • Helping children who experience anxiety or school refusal feel safe and supported in the classroom
  • Building positive relationships with pupils who may initially struggle to trust adults in education settings
  • Encouraging communication, confidence and emotional regulation
  • Supporting structured activities that promote independence and life skills
  • Helping pupils manage transitions, routines and social situations
  • Working closely with teachers and therapists to implement individual support plans
  • Encouraging engagement with learning through patience, consistency and positive reinforcement

    • Your support can play a key role in helping a young person reconnect with education and believe in their ability to succeed.

    Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training

    We would love to hear from you if you have:

  • Experience working with children in a professional setting (schools, nurseries, support work, care, etc)
  • A genuine interest in psychology, mental health, therapy or SEND education (a degree in Psychology is desirable)
  • Patience, resilience and a calm, reflective approach
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with young people
  • An understanding of how anxiety and confidence can impact learning
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a team

    • Why Work with Milk Education?

    Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

    Benefits to YOU:

    • Excellent rates of pay
    • Health and wellbeing support
    • Free Lesson Plans
    • 24/7 access to your personal consultant
    • Training support sessions
    • Referral programme
    • Support and guidance if you wish to progress into a permanent role

    Please email your CV to

    Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant, Gateshead – Education and Training

    INNEW

    Apply
    Create E-mail Alert
    Job alert activated
    Saved
    Save
    See more jobs
    Similar jobs
    Education jobs in Gateshead
    jobs Gateshead
    jobs Tyne and Wear
    jobs England
    Apply
    Create E-mail Alert
    Job alert activated
    Saved
    Save