Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support service is looking for an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker in Reading. This full-time position offers hands-on experience working with children facing various mental health challenges. Ideal for graduates in psychology, counseling, or criminology, this role supports behavior management and individual learning plans. The position provides an excellent foundation for careers in psychology, therapy, or social work.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and motivated individual with a passion for supporting children's mental health.

Responsibilities

• Assist with behaviour management and provide support during lessons.
• Collaborate with staff to implement individual support plans.
• Support children aged 5 to 11 with Autism, ADHD, and behavioral challenges.

Job description

Overview

Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker - Reading — ASAP Start - Full-Time Position

Are you passionate about supporting the emotional and mental well-being of young people?

Responsibilities

As an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker, you will assist with behaviour management, provide support during lessons and throughout the school day, and work collaboratively with staff to implement individual support plans. You will gain hands-on experience in a therapeutic and education-focused setting, supporting children aged 5 to 11 with Autism, ADHD, trauma, and behavioural challenges.

Key Details

• Role: Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker
• Location: Reading
• Salary: 89-100 per day
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates or anyone wanting to support children with mental health needs
• Experience: Preferred but not essential

About the role

You will gain hands-on experience as an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker, supporting children with a variety of mental health and SEN needs, working alongside SEN professionals. This is an excellent stepping stone for careers in psychology, therapy, social work, and more.

Next steps

If you are an empathetic and motivated individual looking to make a real difference and further your career supporting children's mental health, this role in Reading is the perfect next step. Apply now via this advert!