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:
1. Supporting autistic pupils 1:1 and in small groups, addressing behaviour, attention, and emotional regulation
2. Applying strategies informed by behavioural psychology, attachment theory, and trauma-informed practice to improve engagement and learning outcomes
3. Using structured routines, visual supports, and sensory strategies to reduce anxiety and support regulation
4. Working to raise attainment by helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop independence
5. Observing behaviour patterns, identifying triggers, and supporting proactive behaviour plans
6. 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.
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training
Your Impact in the Role
7. Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
8. Helping pupils remain engaged in learning and make academic progress
9. Building safe, consistent relationships that support wellbeing and development
10. 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:
11. Educated to degree level in Psychology or a related discipline (or aspiring to enter psychology)
12. Passionate about autism, behaviour, child development, and inclusive education
13. Calm, patient, and resilient when supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
14. Interested in understanding why behaviour occurs and how it can be positively supported
15. Strong communicators who can build trusting, professional relationships
16. 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
17. Competitive daily pay
18. Fast-track registration and compliance
19. Ongoing education, training, and CPD
20. Flexible working opportunities
21. 5-star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews
22. Access to 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy
23. FREE wellbeing resources, PSHE materials, and classroom support packs
24. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
25. Access to the Unbottled programme, bringing lived-experience speakers into schools
26. Work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
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