Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant

Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant Location: Slough Start Date: January 2026 Pay: £101.40 per day Hours: Monday–Friday, Term Time Only If you are a Criminology graduate looking to gain practical, real-world experience working with vulnerable young people, this Learning Support Assistant role in Slough offers an excellent foundation for careers in criminal justice, youth justice, safeguarding, social work, probation, and behavioural intervention. Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant – Education and Training – Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant In this specialist school environment, you will support children with autism, communication needs, behavioural differences, and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). This hands-on experience will deepen your understanding of behaviour, risk, safeguarding, and the social factors that influence a child’s development—all highly valued across criminology-related professions. Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant – Education and Training – Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant Why this role is ideal for Criminology graduates: Behavioural insight: You will observe how environment, communication needs, emotional regulation, and support systems shape behaviour—core concepts within criminology, youth justice, and forensic practice. Safeguarding experience: Daily exposure to safeguarding protocols helps build a strong understanding of vulnerability, risk assessment, and protective interventions. Understanding of complex needs: Working with autistic and PMLD pupils broadens your understanding of how cognitive, sensory, and communication differences can influence behaviour. Real-world application of criminological concepts: You will see first-hand how early intervention, structure, positive reinforcement, and supportive relationships impact long-term outcomes. Highly relevant for postgraduate routes: This role strengthens applications for Youth Offending Teams, Social Work training, Forensic Psychology routes, Probation Service pathways, and roles within the criminal justice sector. Experience supporting non-verbal and minimally verbal children: This builds your awareness of how communication barriers relate to frustration, behavioural challenges, and vulnerability—critical knowledge for future criminology and safeguarding work. What you will be doing: Supporting students in lessons, therapy sessions, and structured activities. Helping implement behaviour plans, communication tools, and routine-based support. Promoting emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour, and independence. Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and behaviour specialists. Creating a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment. The impact you’ll have: You will play a key role in helping young people feel supported, understood, and safe—while gaining valuable experience that directly aligns with criminology-based careers focused on prevention, intervention, and safeguarding. For Criminology graduates seeking meaningful frontline experience that builds directly toward careers in youth justice, social care, behavioural work, or the wider criminal justice system, this role is an excellent first step. 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, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card  Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy  FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.  FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules  School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements  24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.  Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation. We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices  Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency  Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch with me for more information about this great opportunity Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant – Education and Training – Criminology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant Start your journey—apply today.