Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist

Academics Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support agency in Reading is looking for a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist to work full-time with children aged 5 to 11. Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology. The role involves supporting children with emotional and behavioral challenges and promoting positive mental health. The position offers hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Graduates who aspire to support children with mental health needs.
• Interest in practical experience in a specialist educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children to support emotional challenges.
• Assist during lessons for pupil engagement.
• Promote positive mental health and social development.

Skills

Support for emotional and behavioral challenges

Promote mental health and emotional resilience

Education

Graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 and in small groups to support children with emotional and behavioural challenges.
• Assist during lessons to help pupils stay engaged and regulated.
• Promote positive mental health, emotional resilience, and social development.

Details

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.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology (or related field) or equivalent interest in supporting children with mental health needs.

Applicants can apply directly to this advert. For more information or to express interest, contact Ed at Academics.