Mental Health Assistant, ACADEMICS

Guardian Jobs; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Thatcham is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support students with complex emotional needs, including anxiety and Autism. This full-time role involves delivering emotional regulation sessions and implementing therapeutic strategies to promote wellbeing and resilience among pupils. The ideal candidate has an interest in psychology or youth support and is proactive in making a positive impact in students' lives. Extensive training and support are provided, making this an excellent career opportunity in mental health.

Benefits

Extensive training

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Passionate about mental health and youth support.
• Compassionate and proactive personality.
• Ability to implement therapeutic and behaviour support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with anxiety, trauma, Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group emotional regulation sessions.
• Promote wellbeing, social skills, and self-esteem.

Skills

Experience or interest in Psychology

Experience or interest in Mental Health

Experience or interest in Counselling

Experience or interest in Youth Work

Experience or interest in therapeutic education

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Thatcham

ASAP Start - Full-Time Opportunity

Are you passionate about mental health and supporting young people with complex emotional needs? A nurturing and inclusive SEN and SEMH school in Thatcham is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to provide essential wellbeing, behavioural, and learning support to children and young people.

This full‑time Mental Health Assistant role is perfect for individuals with experience or interest in Psychology, Mental Health, Counselling, Youth Work, or therapeutic education. You will be a key figure in helping students regulate emotions, build resilience, and engage positively in their learning.

Key Details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Thatcham
• Salary: £89‑£100 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Start: ASAP

What The Mental Health Assistant Role Involves

• Supporting pupils with anxiety, trauma, Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs
• Delivering 1:1 and small‑group emotional regulation sessions
• Helping implement therapeutic and behaviour support strategies
• Promoting wellbeing, social skills, and self‑esteem
• Working closely with mental health practitioners, SEN staff, and teachers

This Mental Health Assistant role in Thatcham offers extensive training and ongoing support, making it the perfect stepping stone for a career in mental health, therapy, education, or youth support.

If you are compassionate, proactive, and ready to make a positive impact, apply today.

Mental Health Assistant - Thatcham