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Graduate Psychology & Speech and Language Support Assistant
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 88 - 115 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Maidenhead
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Location: Maidenhead
💼 Contract: Full-time, term-time only (long-term)
🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
📅 Start Date: ASAP
💰 Pay: £88–£115 per day
🌟 About the School
A highly regarded specialist SEN school in Maidenhead is seeking a Psychology & Speech and Language Support Assistant to join their dedicated team. The school supports children and young people aged 4–19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).
You will work in a nurturing, inclusive, and collaborative environment with a multi-disciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists (SALTs), Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and specialist teachers.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about communication, psychology, and child development, a perfect stepping stone to a career in therapy, psychology, or SEN education.
🧩 Role and Responsibilities
💬 Deliver one-to-one and small-group communication interventions to support children’s speech, language, and social skills
🧠 Use autism-friendly strategies, including visual aids, PECS, Makaton, and social stories
🤝 Collaborate with SALTs, teachers, and support staff to embed therapeutic approaches across lessons
🌈 Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, and emotional regulation
🛡️ Uphold safeguarding, inclusion, and wellbeing standards
🎯 Candidate Requirements
🎓 Degree in Psychology, Linguistics, Speech Sciences, Education, or Child Development
❤️ Genuine interest in communication, autism, and special educational needs
🗣️ Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
🕊️ Patient, empathetic, and proactive
🚗 Able to travel to Maidenhead
🌱 Why This Role Is a Valuable Stepping Stone
Gain hands-on experience that opens doors to careers in:
🗣️ Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)
🧠 Educational or Clinical Psychology
💪 Occupational Therapy
👩🏫 SEN / Teaching
💬 Social Work or Mental Health Support
🌍 Youth Work / Pastoral SupportDevelop first-hand skills in communication, behaviour support, and child-centred interventions, experience that will make you stand out in postgraduate applications or professional career paths.
🎁 What the School Offers
Mentoring and guidance from experienced Speech and Language Therapists and SEN staff
CPD and professional development opportunities
A supportive, growth-focused environment
A meaningful role where every day makes a real difference
💬 How to Apply
If you’re ready to help children communicate, connect, and thrive:
📧 Contact: Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Pertemps Education
📞 Email: (url removed)
📱 Phone: (phone number removed)
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