Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist

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

Job summary

An educational support agency in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist to support children aged 5 to 11 with mental health challenges. The role provides an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in Psychology or Counselling, looking to gain practical experience in a supportive educational setting. Full-time hours from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £89-100 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with mental health needs.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups effectively.
• Knowledge of neurodiverse conditions such as Autism and ADHD.

Responsibilities

• Support children with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Assist in lessons to keep pupils engaged.
• Promote emotional resilience and social development.

Skills

Support children with emotional challenges

Promote positive mental health

Engagement in educational settings

Education

Degree in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology

Job description

Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading

ASAP Start - Full-Time Position

Are you passionate about supporting children's mental health and emotional well-being?
Do you aspire to a career in Psychology, Education, or Therapy?
If so, this Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist role in Reading could be the perfect opportunity for you to gain hands-on, practical experience in a specialist educational setting.

A welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist to support children aged 5 to 11 with a range of mental health challenges, behavioural needs, and neurodiverse conditions including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH. This is a full-time, long-term role offering a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Key Details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist
• Location: Reading
• Salary: 89- 100 per day
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Age Group: Children aged 5 to 11
• Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates or anyone wanting to support children with mental health needs

As a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist, you will work 1:1 and in small groups to support children with emotional and behavioural challenges. Additionally assisting during lessons to help pupils stay engaged and regulated and promoting positive mental health, emotional resilience, and social development.

The Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist role is ideal for Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology graduates. If you're ready to make a real difference and gain the experience needed to launch a meaningful career, apply directly to this advert today.

For more information or to express your interest, contact Ed at Academics.

Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading