Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency in Reading is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist to help vulnerable children aged 5 to 11. This is a full-time position offering hands-on experience to those passionate about children's mental health. The role involves supporting children with various challenges, engaging them during lessons, and promoting emotional well-being. Ideal candidates are graduates in related fields. Salary ranges from £89 to £100 per day.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children's mental health.
• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology.
• Ability to work with children aged 5 to 11.

Responsibilities

• Support children with emotional and behavioural challenges.
• Assist during lessons to help pupils stay engaged.
• Promote positive mental health and social development.

Skills

Supporting mental health

Engaging with children

Promoting emotional resilience

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Counselling

Degree in 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.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications and how to apply

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.

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Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist – Reading