Autism, ADHD & Mental Health Support Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is working with a supportive mainstream primary school in Brixton, South London, to appoint an Autism, ADHD & Mental Health Support Assistant. The contract is full-time, term-time only, with hours 8:30am–4:00pm and start date ASAP.

Pay: £108.35 per day. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, including ASC, ADHD and SEMH, and promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.

Qualifications

• The Ideal Candidate item mentions a Psychology, Mental Health, Child Development or Education graduate.
• Candidates should be compassionate, patient, empathetic and proactive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and associated communication difficulties.
• Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.
• Support pupils experiencing difficulties with anxiety, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Develop trusting relationships to build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual educational and developmental needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and wider support professionals.

Job description

Autism, ADHD & Mental Health Support Assistant

Location: Brixton, South London

Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £108.35 per day

Passionate about autism, ADHD and children's mental health? Start your career making a real difference.Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a supportive mainstream primary school in Brixton seeking a compassionate and motivated Autism, ADHD & Mental Health Support Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology, Mental Health, Child Development and Education graduates looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with additional needs within a mainstream primary school.

Whether you are aspiring to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Child Therapist or Mental Health Practitioner, this role offers valuable practical experience working directly with children and supporting their development.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and associated communication difficulties.
• Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.
• Support pupils experiencing difficulties with anxiety, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Develop trusting relationships to build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual educational and developmental needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and wider support professionals.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Psychology, Mental Health, Child Development or Education graduate.
• A genuine interest in autism, ADHD, neurodiversity and children's mental health.
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Child Therapists encouraged to apply.
• Patient, empathetic, resilient and proactive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience supporting children or individuals with additional needs is advantageous but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Gain valuable practical experience working with children with SEN.
• Develop your understanding of autism, ADHD and children's emotional wellbeing.
• Build experience relevant to postgraduate study and psychology-related careers.
• Work alongside experienced education and SEN professionals.
• Competitive daily pay of £108.35.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

Ready to gain experience that could shape your future career?