ASAP: SEN Mental Health Assistant – Learn from Therapists

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEN school in Wantage is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support children with emotional and mental health issues. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work alongside trained professionals, providing invaluable experience in a supportive environment. Candidates with relevant experience or a degree in Psychology/Counselling are encouraged to apply. The role requires resilience and adaptability, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role desirable but not essential.
• Open-minded and adaptable to work with complex needs.
• Ability to work with challenging behavior.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Social and Emotional Mental Health issues.
• Work alongside therapists and psychologists.
• Provide consistent support to children aged 5 to 16.

Skills

Experience with SEN children

Understanding of mental health issues

Resilience

Proactivity

Education

Level 3 qualifications+

Degree in Psychology/Counselling

Job description

A specialist SEN school in Wantage is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support children with emotional and mental health issues. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work alongside trained professionals, providing invaluable experience in a supportive environment. Candidates with relevant experience or a degree in Psychology/Counselling are encouraged to apply. The role requires resilience and adaptability, starting ASAP.