Therapeutic Support Assistant - Maidenhead
CV-LibraryMaidenhead, BerkshirepermanentPosted: 1 May 2026
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Are you a psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in mental health and education?
We're working with a specialist school supporting students with severe mental health needs and co-existing learning difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while building practical experience for a future career in psychology, counselling, or education.
The role:
As a Therapeutic Support Assistant, you'll work closely with students to deliver tailored emotional and educational support, helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. You'll play a key role in implementing individual care and intervention plans that support both wellbeing and academic progress.
We're looking for:
Psychology graduates or similar backgrounds (desirable)
A calm, positive and empathetic approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
An understanding of safeguarding (or willingness to learn)
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)Why this role?
This is an excellent stepping stone into careers in clinical psychology, educational psychology, counselling, or mental health. You'll gain invaluable front line experience supporting young people with complex needs while deepening your understanding of mental health in practice.
Maidenhead based specialist school
£90-£110 per day
ASAP start
Full-time, Mon-Fri
Long-term role
Interviews are taking place soon-don't miss out. Apply now to be considered
Are you a psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in mental health and education?
We're working with a specialist school supporting students with severe mental health needs and co-existing learning difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while building practical experience for a future career in psychology, counselling, or education.
The role:
As a Therapeutic Support Assistant, you'll work closely with students to deliver tailored emotional and educational support, helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. You'll play a key role in implementing individual care and intervention plans that support both wellbeing and academic progress.
We're looking for:
Psychology graduates or similar backgrounds (desirable)
A calm, positive and empathetic approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
An understanding of safeguarding (or willingness to learn)
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)Why this role?
This is an excellent stepping stone into careers in clinical psychology, educational psychology, counselling, or mental health. You'll gain invaluable front line experience supporting young people with complex needs while deepening your understanding of mental health in practice.
Maidenhead based specialist school
£90-£110 per day
ASAP start
Full-time, Mon-Fri
Long-term role
Interviews are taking place soon-don't miss out. Apply now to be considered