Aspiring Psychologist | Mental Health Assistant (Autism Support)

Academics; Reading; On-site; GBP 16,974 - 19,372; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support autistic children aged 4-16 within a therapeutic educational environment. The role focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing, social and communication skills, and a whole-child approach under a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates are psychology graduates, passionate about helping vulnerable learners, empathetic and resilient, with a drive to pursue clinical or educational psychology.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology or related subject.
• Aspiring Clinical/Educational Psychologist or Mental Health Practitioner.
• Passionate about supporting children with autism and additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and emotionally resilient.
• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic pupils inside and outside the classroom.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive engagement.
• Help students develop social, communication and life skills.
• Support pupils with sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Emotional resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Related subject

Job description

Academics in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support autistic children aged 4-16 within a therapeutic educational environment. The role focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing, social and communication skills, and a whole-child approach under a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates are psychology graduates, passionate about helping vulnerable learners, empathetic and resilient, with a drive to pursue clinical or educational psychology.