Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Sunderland - Graduate Learning Sup

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Psychology Graduate – Sunderland – Learning Support Assistant Trial days and interviews will take place in October & November 2025, with the full-time role starting as soon as you are available, or beginning Monday 24th November. Are you a Psychology Graduate looking for meaningful, hands-on experience in education, child development, SEND, and mental health within a secondary school setting? Do you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist and want to gain practical experience that will strengthen your postgraduate applications? We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Psychology Graduate to work as a Learning Support Assistant in secondary schools across Sunderland. This full-time role is ideal for graduates who want to develop a deep understanding of learning differences, emotional wellbeing, and therapeutic education. Location: Sunderland Salary: From £101.40 per day Start Date: November 2025 (interviews available from today) Contract: Term-time only, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm Why This Role Is Perfect for Aspiring Educational Psychologists: This Learning Support Assistant position offers invaluable experience for those pursuing a career in educational or child psychology. You’ll be supporting students aged 11–18 with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. You’ll gain daily experience in: Applying psychological and educational support strategies such as emotional regulation and sensory integration. Working closely with SEND specialists, educational psychologists, and therapy teams. Using restorative and trauma-informed approaches to promote positive learning experiences. Developing communication, observation, and reflective practice—key skills for future psychology training. This role gives you real insight into the intersection of education and psychology, helping you build the professional experience and understanding required for Educational Psychology Doctorate applications. Key Responsibilities: Deliver 1:1 and small-group learning and emotional support to students. Assist in implementing and reviewing individual learning and behaviour plans. Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement, and sensory needs (full training provided). Build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff. Record and reflect on student progress and behaviour accurately. We’re Looking For: A degree in Psychology or related discipline (essential). A strong interest in educational, developmental, or child psychology. Experience working with children or young people (desirable). Empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills. A commitment to supporting pupils across a full academic year. Why Join Milk Education? At Milk Education, we’re passionate about helping psychology graduates take their first step toward becoming Educational Psychologists. We partner with schools that share our values of kindness, wellbeing, and inclusion, ensuring you gain experience in supportive and nurturing environments. Through our partnership with the Make Life Kind charity, you’ll also contribute to promoting better mental health and emotional wellbeing across education in the UK. Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Psychology Graduate – Education and Training Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Psychology Graduate – Apply Today! To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your passion for educational psychology, SEND, and student development. Email: Call: (phone number removed)