Psychology Graduate – Aspiring Forensic to Occupational Therapist Maidenhead

Job description

Position OverviewPsychology Graduate – Aspiring Forensic to Occupational Therapist – Maidenhead – September 2026 Start.

Location & Working HoursLocation: MaidenheadPay: £108 per dayHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:45pm (term time only)Start Date: September 2026

Role SummaryMilk Education, a wellbeing‐led and eco‐friendly education agency, is recruiting psychology graduates to join a specialist SEMH school. The role provides frontline experience supporting vulnerable young people with emotional, behavioural and social needs, while developing therapeutic and intervention skills for future clinical careers.

Your Experience Will Include

Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, confidence and social interaction

Assisting staff with behaviour support and therapeutic intervention strategies

Working 1:1 and in small groups to improve engagement and attainment

Supporting pupils with sensory, emotional and behavioural needs

Encouraging participation in sport, cooking, creative arts and life‐skills activities

Helping students develop coping mechanisms, routines and independence

Supporting restorative conversations and positive conflict resolution

Gaining experience in trauma‐informed practice, safeguarding and SEMH intervention

Learning how therapeutic approaches are used within specialist education settings

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

Psychology graduates or graduates in related social sciences

Aspiring occupational therapists, forensic psychologists, clinical psychologists and mental health practitioners

Individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable young people

Calm, resilient and emotionally intelligent candidates

Graduates interested in therapeutic, trauma‐informed and relationship‐based practice

Motivated to make a genuine difference in young people's educational and emotional outcomes

Benefits for You

Competitive pay – £108 per day

Fast‐track registration and compliance

Flexible working opportunities

5‐star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews

Free access to Milk Academy with 1,000+ accredited CPD courses

Free wellbeing resources, PSHE materials and school preparation packs

24/7 consultant support

Access to Unbottled, bringing lived‐experience speakers into schools

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

Opportunities across a nationwide network of schools and trusts

Training & CPD

Free CPD including Trauma‐Informed Practice, Behaviour De‐escalation, Safeguarding, SEMH Awareness and Restorative Practice

Career‐focused development aligned with psychology, occupational therapy and mental health pathways

Wellbeing & Ongoing Support

Access to a mental health and wellbeing platform, including counselling services

A dedicated consultant committed to your professional and personal development

Who We're Looking For

Psychology graduates or graduates in related social sciences

Aspiring occupational therapists, forensic psychologists, clinical psychologists and mental health practitioners

Individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable young people

Calm, resilient and emotionally intelligent candidates

Graduates interested in therapeutic, trauma‐informed and relationship‐based practice

People motivated to make a genuine difference in young people's educational and emotional outcomes

Why Join Milk EducationMilk Education is a 5‐star rated agency that offers a supportive environment, continuous professional development and a commitment to wellbeing. Join us to gain invaluable experience and advance your career in psychology, occupational therapy and allied mental health fields.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maidenhead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English