Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney

Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney Location: Hackney Salary: £101.40 per day Start Date: January 2026 (Trial days available) Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, Term Time Only Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney – Education and Training – Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney A rewarding opportunity is available for graduates from Psychology, Humanities, or related fields to support pupils with complex learning needs in a specialist educational setting in Hackney. This role involves working closely with children who have Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), sensory processing differences, communication challenges, and varied developmental profiles, including pupils who may present with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Many pupils may be non-verbal, require structured routines, and benefit from highly individualised, multi-sensory learning approaches. Some may also have experienced early life trauma, influencing emotional regulation, attachment, and readiness to learn. Your role will focus on helping each child feel safe, understood, and supported so they can progress socially, emotionally, and academically. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other professionals to foster a calm, predictable, and inclusive environment. You will support pupils in both 1:1 and small-group contexts, promoting communication, independence, engagement, and self-regulation skills. Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney – Education and Training – Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support for pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties, Autism, sensory needs, SEMH needs, and PDA profiles. Adapt learning tasks for pupils with significant cognitive delays, non-verbal communication needs, or high support requirements. Use structured, low-demand, multi-sensory strategies to enhance engagement and reduce anxiety. Support pupils affected by trauma through predictable routines and relational, trust-building approaches. Assist in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and positive behaviour frameworks. Facilitate communication using visual supports, PECS, objects of reference, and other specialist tools. Encourage emotional regulation, social interaction, and independence through structured play and routine-based activities. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and external agencies to support holistic development. Record observations, monitor progress, and provide clear feedback to staff and families. Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every child is respected and valued. What We’re Looking For A degree in Psychology or a related discipline (preferred but not essential). Experience supporting children or young people with SLD, Autism, sensory needs, SEMH needs, PDA, or trauma backgrounds. A genuine commitment to inclusive practice and supporting neurodivergent pupils. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with empathy, patience, and consistency. A proactive, reflective, and solution-focused approach. Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. A current enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply). Why Choose Milk Education? – Benefits Competitive daily pay Fast registration and compliance Flexible working options 5-star rated agency with over 3000 reviews Exclusive school and trust partnerships Access to a FREE Perks Portal 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses Free PSHE resources and lesson plans Free Educator Wellbeing eBook and Wellbeing Hub School Preparation Pack 24/7 support from your consultant Access to “Unbottled” lived-experience speakers Work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney – Education and Training – Aspiring Clinical Psychologist – Learning Support Assistant Hackney