Aspiring Psychologist - Emotional And Mental Health Support

Academics Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for an Aspiring Psychologist to provide emotional and mental health support in a school in Reading. This full-time position involves 1:1 support for students with various mental health challenges and creating a positive classroom environment. The role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives, with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential.
• Background in sports, art, or drama is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support and shadow the class teacher.
• Provide 1:1 support for SEN students.
• Run exciting lessons to ensure a fun classroom environment.

Skills

Resilience

Confidence in supporting young people

Behavioural management

Education

Graduation in a relevant field

Job description

Aspiring Psychologist - Emotional and Mental Health Support

Are you an individual who is passionate about supporting children with their mental health needs?

If so… A really rewarding position has become available for an Emotional and Mental Health support assistant to work in a school in Reading. This is an excellent position to gain valuable experience whilst also making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

These students struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and various other mood disorders. These young people need someone who can facilitate a positive and safe environment for them to learn and grow.

As an emotional and mental health support assistant, you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health. Your day‑to‑day duties will involve supporting and shadowing the class teacher, whilst providing 1:1 support for the SEN students. You will also help run exciting lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and exciting place. Behavioural management may also be required.

The role would suit someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs. This is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, social workers, therapists and counsellors.

Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential. Those with a background in sports, art or drama will also be at an advantage. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.

Key Details

• Emotional and Mental Health Support Assistant
• Aspiring Psychologist
• Reading
• ASAP start
• £80 - £100 per day
• Full‑time
• Mon - Fri
• SEMH, Autism, Mental Health, Complex needs

Interviews are happening as soon as this week so get in touch ASAP if you're interested. You can apply directly through this advert.

Aspiring Psychologist - Emotional and Mental Health Support Assistant, Reading, Full Time, ASAP Start