Aspiring Psychologist: SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist SEMH school in Newcastle. This is a full-time opportunity for aspiring Psychologists who want to build practical experience supporting vulnerable young people in an education setting.

Start Date – ASAP. You will provide structure, emotional support, and positive guidance to help students regulate behaviour and access learning, with duties including 1:1 and small-group support.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology or a related subject.
• Experience in youth work, coaching, mentoring, care, or support work.
• A strong interest in behaviour and mental health.
• Patience, resilience, and emotional maturity.
• Confidence working with teenagers.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Helping pupils manage behaviour and emotional triggers.
• Supporting focus and participation in lessons.
• Acting as a calm, positive role model.
• Building strong and professional relationships with students.
• Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams.
• Encouraging routines, boundaries, and positive choices.
• Promoting confidence, self-esteem, and progress.

Skills

Youth work experience

Mentoring

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Milk Education are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist SEMH school in Newcastle. This is a full-time opportunity for aspiring Psychologists who want to build practical experience supporting vulnerable young people in an education setting.

Start Date – ASAP. You will provide structure, emotional support, and positive guidance to help students regulate behaviour and access learning, with duties including 1:1 and small-group support.