Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant

Academics Ltd; Guildford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant to support vulnerable young people facing mental health challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students aged 10 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Ideal candidates will be recent graduates in Psychology or Criminology, ready to embrace the challenges of working with at-risk youth. With excellent training and support provided, this position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in the mental health sector. If you're passionate about making a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Positive impact on students' lives

Qualifications

• Open-minded and resilient with knowledge about mental health.
• Experience with vulnerable young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the mental health of vulnerable young people.
• Build strong relationships and act as a role model.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Knowledge of mental health

Experience with SEN children

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Education

Degree in Counselling

Job description

Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant - Guildford - Social Care - SEMH - Mental Health - Intervention - Pastoral - Graduate - Psychology - Criminology

Are you a recent Psychology or Criminology Graduate looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of vulnerable young and at-risk young people?

A well-respected specialist school near Guildford is looking for a Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The students range between 10 and 16 years old and face a range of SEMH needs, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioural issues. The students therefore need a Graduate Pastoral Assistant who will be a consistent role model, committed to building strong relationships, empathetic, and up for a challenge!

The ideal Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant must be open-minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. The perfect candidate will have experience with SEN children and/or adults in any setting. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Education, or Counselling would also be ideal for this position.

If you are looking to kick-start your career in Social Care, Psychology, Mental Health, or Education, then this Guildford-based Graduate Intervention and Pastoral Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for you. You will have a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most.

Start date: ASAP
Salary: £80-100 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, term time only
Training: Excellent on-site training, support, and CPD is provided to ensure the safeguarding of all students
Requirements: You MUST have the right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship. Must be able to travel to Guildford and surrounding areas.

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd if you are interested in this role:
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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.