Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Learning Support Assistant
- ossett, england, United Kingdom
Job Description
Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Learning Support Assistant
Specialist SEN Provision School | Ossett
Start Date: September 2026 (Immediate starts also available)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Pay: Competitive Daily Rate
Are You an Aspiring Psychologist Looking to Gain Valuable School-Based Experience?
Are you looking to build hands-on experience that will support a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, CAMHS, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or SEN Teaching?
Milk Education is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within a specialist SEN provision school in Ossett . This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring psychologists who want to gain meaningful experience supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs in a nurturing and specialist educational setting.
The school supports pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs , including Autism (ASD), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and associated learning difficulties .
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support that helps pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, improve communication skills, and reach their full potential.
Why This Role Is Perfect for an Aspiring Psychologist
Working within a specialist SEN provision will provide invaluable practical experience and a deeper understanding of child development, additional needs, and inclusive education.
You’ll gain first-hand experience in:
- Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs
- Understanding behaviour as a form of communication
- Developing emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Delivering tailored 1:1 and small group interventions
- Supporting pupils' communication, confidence, and independence
- Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals
- Learning how different additional needs impact learning, behaviour, and development
- Building positiv