Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Mentor

Academics Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is assisting a Maidenhead mental health school to recruit an Aspiring Psychologist as a Mental Health Mentor. You will support students during the school day, help them process emotions, and promote healthy coping strategies within a collaborative team.

This role is ideal for graduates or those aiming to enter education or psychology. It is full-time with ASAP start; salary £90–£100 per day, and you will receive full training to apply a structured approach to student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Graduate or with relevant interest in mental health.
• Interest in education and helping children cope with emotional needs.
• Willingness to participate in training for a specialized therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support students during the school day.
• Help students process emotions and develop coping strategies.
• Assist in implementing a specialized therapy program with training.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Job description

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Mentor

Are you a graduate looking for valuable experience that will set you up for success? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain hands on experience?

A lovely mental health school in Maidenhead are on the search for an individual to come in and support their students with social, emotional and mental health needs.

The school looking to hire, are highly regarded in their area and need an individual who will help support their students during the school day.

Your role as a Mental Health Mentor will include supporting the students during the school day, helping them process their emotions, help them find healthy ways to cope and support them in their daily needs in the classroom. You will also facilitate the use of a specialized therapy throughout the school day in which you will receive full training.

The students at this school come from varied backgrounds, but most of them have had to deal with adverse childhood experiences. They have childhood trauma that is linked to stress and anxiety and this often impacts their ability to learn. They need an individual who will come in and be a pillar of support for them.

As a Mental Health Mentor in this school, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating a supportive environment for learning to take place. You will work closely with the other well experienced members of staff to provide personalized assistance to each child.

This is an absolutely wonderful opportunity for individuals who are looking to start a career in education or even steer their career into the mental health and psychology domain. Graduates, as well as those with backgrounds in sports, art or drama will benefit from this experience.

Key information regarding the role:

• Mental Health Support
• Mental Health School in Maidenhead
• Full time
• Start date: ASAP
• £90 - £100 per day
• Excellent experience to add to your CV

This is a warm and friendly work environment that really makes a difference in the lives of children with poor mental health and childhood trauma.

Maidenhead - Mental Health Mentor - ASAP Start - Full Time

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy