Aspiring Criminal Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Southcote

Milk Education; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education provider in Reading is seeking an Aspiring Criminal Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant. This role offers graduates the chance to support neurodivergent learners in a trauma-informed setting, contributing to their resilience and development. Applicants will benefit from trial days before the September start date and are encouraged to explore careers in social justice and education.

Qualifications

• Ability to support pupils with autism and other additional needs.
• Willingness to learn about neurodiversity and inclusion.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs in a trauma-informed setting.
• Deliver tailored behavioural and sensory regulation strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to improve student outcomes.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Building rapport

Understanding of neurodiversity

Education

Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Education, or Social Sciences

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Milk Education

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Aspiring Criminal Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Southcote

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Graduate Learning Support Assistant Roles – Full-Time, Term Time Only (Monday to Friday)

Start Date:September 15th, 2025
Trial Days Available:September 3rd, 8th and 10th

As aLearning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (from low to high support), PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), and speech/language communication differences
• Help young people who may be at risk of exclusion, disengagement, or involvement with the youth justice system
• Use neurodiversity-informed approaches to reduce anxiety, build routines, and scaffold communication and emotional regulation
• Empower pupils to develop resilience, self-awareness, and healthy peer relationships
• Be a consistent, trusted adult in a trauma-informed educational setting

This role is ideal if you’re pursuing a career in:

• Youth Justice or Probation Services
• Behavioural or Educational Psychology
• Social Work or Family Support
• Prison, Court, or Community Rehabilitation Services

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Providing structured 1:1 and small group support to learners with SEN, SEMH, and autism spectrum conditions
• Delivering behavioural and sensory regulation strategies tailored to individual neurocognitive profiles
• Assisting with personalised learning plans that reflect emotional needs and academic goals
• Supporting pupils in developing executive function, social reasoning, and life skills
• Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to monitor progress and refine interventions
• Participating in de-escalation and relational behaviour support (full training provided)

Who We’re Looking For:

• Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Education, Social Sciences, or related fields
• Aspiring professionals in safeguarding, social justice, or youth rehabilitation
• Empathetic, non-judgemental communicators with a genuine interest in neurodiversity and inclusion
• Individuals open to learning about autistic identity, sensory integration, and non-verbal communication styles
• Previous experience in education, care, or youth services is welcome but not essential

You’ll Need:

• The ability to build rapport and trust quickly
• An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

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Start Building a Career That Matters
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to advocate for change and support young people whose voices are often unheard. You’ll gain experience that’s directly relevant to careers in social work, youth engagement, education policy, and criminal justice reform.

How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in youth justice and working with neurodivergent learners.
Trial days available and Start date: September 3rd, 2025

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