Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant - Windsor

AMA Admin; Windsor; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days

Fast-track compliance

Milk Academy CPD access

Wellbeing hub access

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an aspiring Clinical Psychologist–style SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH in a Windsor specialist school. The role welcomes psychology graduates or those with relevant youth-work experience and involves collaboration with therapists and SEN specialists.

You will provide emotional and academic support, help implement education and behaviour plans, and support wellbeing interventions.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields.
• Non-graduates with relevant experience in youth work, mentoring, or social care are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in working with young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
• Desire to advocate for social justice and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and academic support to pupils with SEN needs.
• Implement individual education and behaviour plans.
• Support wellbeing and therapeutic interventions.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.

Skills

Empathy

De-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Aspiring Clinical Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: £108 to £115 per day
Days: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Location: Windsor

About the Role:

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career as a Clinical Psychologist?
Join our team as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist school that supports pupils with a range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs. You'll work alongside therapists, educational psychologists, and SEN specialists, gaining invaluable practical experience in mental health and therapeutic education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emotional and academic support to pupils with SEN needs.
• Implement individual education and behaviour plans.
• Support wellbeing and therapeutic interventions.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.

What We're Looking For:

• Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth & Community Work, or related fields.
• Non-graduates with relevant experience in youth work, mentoring, or social care are also encouraged to apply.
• A strong interest in working with young people who are at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
• Sincerity is key - what drives you, and why do you want to support some of the most vulnerable children in society?
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach, with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• Experience (voluntary or paid) with vulnerable young people, SEMH, or youth offending (desirable but not essential—full training provided).
• A genuine passion for advocacy, social justice, and rehabilitation.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal - exclusive discounts (our version of the Blue Light Card).
• 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook & access to our wellbeing hub.
• School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant.
• Our *Unbottled* division brings lived-experience speakers into schools.
• We’re located across England & North Wales with 9 offices!
• Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency!

Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency focused on putting educators first. We're committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K.

We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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