Aspiring Clinical Psychologist or OT - Non-Verbal Intervention - Learning Support Assistant - Maidenhead Location: Maidenhead, BerkshireStart Date: 7th September 2026Pay: £108 per day | Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm | Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only Aspiring Clinical Psychologist or OT - Non-Verbal LSA - Maidenhead - Education & Training Are you a Psychology graduate aspiring to Clinical Psychology or Occupational Therapy? Want hands-on experience using non-verbal communication, sensory regulation, and trauma-informed practice to support young people who have struggled in mainstream education? We are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a specialist provision in Maidenhead, supporting students aged 5-16 with SEMH needs, emotionally based school avoidance, and complex trauma. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of clinical psychology, occupational therapy, and non-verbal intervention. The Role - Non-Verbal & Sensory Focus You will support students with:
- Anxiety, depression, and school avoidance
- Sensory processing difficulties
- Trauma-related communication barriers
- Autism and social interaction challenges
Your work will be grounded in non-verbal and sensory approaches, including:
- Delivering sensory regulation activities (movement breaks, deep pressure, fidget tools)
- Using visual supports (timetables, emotion cards, now/next boards)
- Implementing non-verbal strategies (gesture, PECS, Makaton)
- Supporting fine and gross motor skills (OT-informed activities)
- Building trust through calm, predictable interactions
- Collaborating with Clinical Psychologists, OTs, and Speech Therapists in Maidenhead
Why This Role is Ideal for Aspiring Clinical Psychologists & OTs
- Non-verbal communication for engagement and regulation
- Sensory integration and its impact on behaviour
- Trauma-informed, person-centred practice
- Observing therapeutic interventions led by qualified clinicians
- Multi-agency working with Maidenhead health and community services
What You'll Be Doing
- 1:1 and small-group support using non-verbal and sensory resources
- Implementing sensory diets and regulation strategies under OT guidance
- Using assistive communication tools to support expressive language
- Monitoring and recording progress for cli
Are you a Psychology graduate aspiring to Clinical Psychology or Occupational Therapy? Want hands-on experience using non-verbal communication, sensory regulation, and trauma-informed practice to support young people who have struggled in mainstream education?, Non-verbal communication for engagement and regulation
- Sensory integration and its impact on behaviour
- Trauma-informed, person-centred practice
- Observing therapeutic interventions led by qualified clinicians
- Multi-agency working with Maidenhead health and community services
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Aspiring Clinical Psychologist Or OT - Non-Verbal Intervention - LearningSupport Assistant - Maiden employer: American Marketing Association
Milk Education Liverpool is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals dedicated to fostering positive change in students' lives. With a strong emphasis on employee growth opportunities and ongoing training in trauma-informed practices, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative environment. Located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, employees benefit from a rich community atmosphere and access to various resources that enhance their professional journey.
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American Marketing Association Recruitment Team
