Impactful Mental Health Support Assistant — Slough (ASAP)

Academics; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Slough is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant to support children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a specialist school. The role focuses on helping students manage emotions and engage safely in learning within a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate may have experience with vulnerable children; education/psychology/therapy backgrounds are advantageous, and graduates will be considered for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people.
• Education/psychology/therapy background is advantageous.
• Graduates will be considered for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support students to settle into routines and minimise triggering situations.
• Help children manage and cope with emotions and mental health.
• Contribute to a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable children

Teamwork

Empathy

Communication skills

Education

Education/psychology/therapy background helpful

Job description

Academics in Slough is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant to support children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a specialist school. The role focuses on helping students manage emotions and engage safely in learning within a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate may have experience with vulnerable children; education/psychology/therapy backgrounds are advantageous, and graduates will be considered for this position.