Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant Maidenhead

AMA Admin; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 23,985; Full time

Job summary

AMA Admin in Maidenhead is seeking an Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant to support students with EBSA and SEMH, using visual and non-verbal strategies to re-engage them in learning.

You will work in a small, nurturing setting, focusing on emotional safety, regulation, and personalised approaches, with PECS boards, emotion cards, and sensory tools to aid communication.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate or Learning Support Assistant with an interest in mental health, education, or justice.
• Experience supporting students with anxiety, SEMH, or EBSA is valuable.
• Familiarity with non-verbal communication methods and using visual aids will help engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support students with EBSA and SEMH in a Maidenhead setting.
• Utilise non-verbal resources (PECS, emotion cards, visuals) to aid communication.
• Promote emotional safety and rebuild confidence for return to learning.
• Engage with local Maidenhead community through projects and partnerships.

Skills

Emotional regulation

Relationship building

Personalised learning

Non-verbal communication

Visual supports

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Tools

PECS boards

Emotion cards

Sensory tools

Visual timetables

Job description

Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead
Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £108 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead - Education and Training
Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead

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—using visual, sensory, and non-verbal strategies to build trust when words aren't enough?

We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist provision in Maidenhead, supporting students with emotionally based school avoidance, SEMH needs, and complex emotional challenges. This role places a strong emphasis on working within the local Maidenhead community and utilising non-verbal communication resources—from PECS boards and emotion cards to sensory tools and visual timetables—to create safe, predictable spaces for vulnerable young people.

About the Role

This setting supports young people who have struggled in mainstream education due to:

• Anxiety and depression
• Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)
• Trauma and negative school experiences
• 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:

• Emotional regulation
• Relationship building
• Personalised learning approaches
• Using non-verbal resources (such as visual aids, communication boards, PECS, sensory tools, and assistive technology) to support students who find verbal expression challenging—whether due to selective mutism, autism, or trauma-related speech hesitancy
• Engaging with the Maidenhead community through local projects, outings, and partnerships to help students reconnect with their surroundings (parks, libraries, and local youth hubs)

Start Date

September 2026 - Early application is recommended to secure interviews and trial days ahead of the new academic year.

Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead - Education and Training - Aspiring Psychologist - Non-Verbal Resources - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead

Why This Role is Ideal

This position is perfect for aspiring:

• Educational or Clinical Psychologists
• Mental Health Practitioners or Therapists
• Youth Justice or Criminal Justice professionals
• Probation Officers
• Social Workers or Safeguarding professionals<