Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
Immediate Start & September 2026 Opportunities –
Pay: £108 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Full CPD and 60-120 mins of preparation with a consultant of 15 years, before you ever step into the classroom! This will help you Qualify and Disqualify the roles for yourself!
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant – Education and Training
Are you a Psychology graduate or an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking to build a career in mental health, education, or criminal justice?
Are you motivated to support young people facing anxiety, depression, and barriers to education, helping them re-engage and succeed?
We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants in Maidenhead for a specialist provision supporting students with emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), SEMH needs, and complex emotional challenges.
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
About the Role
This setting supports young people who have struggled in mainstream education due to:
1. Anxiety and depression
2. Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)
3. Trauma and negative school experiences
4. Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Your role will focus on rebuilding confidence, trust, and emotional safety, enabling students to gradually return to learning in a structured and supportive environment.
You’ll work in a small, nurturing setting with a strong focus on:
5. Emotional regulation
6. Relationship building
7. Personalised learning approaches
Start Dates
We are currently recruiting for:
8. Immediate start (ASAP)
9. Trial days taking place now for September 2026 roles
(ideal if you are finishing university or have prior commitments)
Start dates can be flexible depending on your availability and circumstances.
Early application is strongly recommended to secure your place.
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
Why This Role is Ideal
This position is perfect for aspiring:
10. Clinical or Educational Psychologists
11. Mental Health Practitioners or Therapists
12. Youth Justice or Criminal Justice professionals
13. Probation Officers
14. Social Workers or Safeguarding professionals
You will gain hands-on experience in:
15. Supporting young people with anxiety and depression
16. Understanding behaviour linked to trauma and emotional needs
17. Working with students at risk of exclusion or disengagement
18. Building trust with vulnerable and hard-to-reach learners
19. Applying trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
What You’ll Be Doing
20. Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
21. Helping students manage anxiety, low mood, and school avoidance
22. Building consistent, positive relationships
23. Supporting emotional regulation and confidence building
24. Encouraging engagement in learning and daily routines
25. Working closely with staff and external professionals
26. Promoting independence, resilience, and life skills
What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you:
27. Are a Psychology graduate or have experience in care, youth work, or support roles
28. Have a genuine interest in mental health, education, or behaviour support
29. Are patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
30. Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
31. Understand (or are keen to learn) how mental health impacts behaviour and learning
No school-based experience is required — your attitude, empathy, and willingness to learn are what matter most.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
Apply Now
Click ‘Apply Now’ to be considered for an immediate start, or to secure a trial day for September 2026.
Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead
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