Graduate Learning Support Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist

Location: West Drayton
Start Date: September 7th 2026
Pay: £108 per day
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm (Term Time Only)

Graduate Learning Support Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist – West Drayton

Are you a Sociology or Social Science graduate looking to apply your understanding of social structures, inequality, and human behaviour in a real-world setting? Do you want to explore how societal factors impact young people's education and wellbeing?

Milk Education, a wellbeing-led and eco-friendly agency, is recruiting passionate graduates to work as Graduate Learning Support Assistants in a secondary school in West Drayton. In this role, you will support vulnerable pupils to improve their attendance, regulate their emotions, and re-engage with their education.

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The Role: Graduate Learning Support Assistant (Secondary)

This role focuses on supporting students at risk of underachievement, persistent absence, or exclusion. These pupils often present with complex needs, including:

• Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs

• Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

• Anxiety, low mood, anger, or emotionally driven behaviour

• Challenging or disruptive behaviour linked to unmet needs

• SEN or undiagnosed additional needs

• Significant barriers to attendance, engagement, and learning

You will work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and teaching staff to help students regulate emotions, rebuild trust in adults, and access learning in a safe and consistent environment.

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Your Experience Will Include:

• 1:1 and small-group mentoring for vulnerable pupils

• Supporting emotional regulation, self-control, and positive behaviour choices

• Working with students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges

• Mentoring pupils to improve attendance, punctuality, and engagement

• Implementing personalised behaviour and support strategies

• Using trauma-informed, restorative, and relational approaches

• Supporting classroom learning where appropriate

• Building trusting relationships with disengaged or high-risk learners

• Gaining hands-on exposure to safeguarding, behaviour management, and pastoral care

This role is an excellent foundation for graduates considering careers in Psychology, Youth Justice, Social Work, Mental Health, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Therapy.

Why This Role Is Valuable Experience for a Sociology Graduate

You will develop:

• A strong understanding of adolescent behaviour and SEMH needs

• Insight into the link between social inequality, trauma, behaviour, and educational outcomes

• Practical experience supporting complex emotional and behavioural needs

• Skills in mentoring, motivation, de-escalation, and relationship-based practice

Why Join Milk Education?

Training & CPD:

• Free CPD including SEMH, Trauma-Informed Practice, Behaviour & De-escalation, Safeguarding, and Mental Health Awareness

• Career-focused development aligned with psychology, social work, and mental health pathways

Wellbeing & Support:

• Access to a mental health and wellbeing platform (including counselling)

• A dedicated consultant who understands your long-term career goals

Benefits for You:

• Competitive daily pay (£108 per day)

• Fast-track registration and compliance

• Flexible working opportunities (term time only)

• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews

• Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)

• FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials

• 24/7 consultant support

• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency

• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

Who We're Looking For:

• Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, or Social Science graduates

• Aspiring Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, or Youth Workers

• Calm, empathetic, and resilient individuals

• Graduates passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs

• Those motivated to improve attendance, attainment, and wellbeing

• Candidates confident in building relationships with challenging or disengaged learners

Start Date & Trials:

• Start Date: Monday 7th September 2026

• Trial days will be arranged prior to the start date

Ready to make a difference in West Drayton?
Click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to find out more about this rewarding opportunity starting in September 2026.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

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