Aspiring Child Counsellor (Salisbury)

TN United Kingdom; Westbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative mental health school in Salisbury is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with vulnerable students aged 4 to 18, helping them navigate their social and emotional challenges. You will gain hands-on experience in behaviour management and emotional support, making a real difference in the lives of young people. Ideal for graduates aspiring to become child counsellors, this position provides training and support focused on mental health and special educational needs. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Training and Support

Experience with SEN

Opportunity for Career Growth

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Counselling, or Criminology.
• Practical skills in behaviour management and emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs and emotional challenges.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies in collaboration with teachers.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Emotional Support

Active Listening

Social Skills Development

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Sociology

Degree in Counselling

Degree in Criminology

Job description

Job Description: Aspiring Child Counsellor (Salisbury), Westbury

A Mental Health School in Salisbury is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work with vulnerable students aged 4 to 18 who have social, emotional, and mental health needs. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience supporting young people, especially for those aspiring to become child counsellors.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) and various social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
• Helping students overcome learning barriers and building their self-esteem, social skills, and emotional resilience.
• Implementing positive behaviour strategies in collaboration with teachers and therapy teams.
• Providing pastoral care and support tailored to individual needs.
• Gaining practical skills in behaviour management, emotional support, and active listening, preparing for future training as a child counsellor.

This role is ideal for graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Counselling, or Criminology.

Details:

• Graduate Opportunity
• Position: Learning Support Assistant
• Working hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Salary: £80 to £90 per day
• Training and support provided, focusing on mental health and SEN