Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading

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

Job summary

A reputable education provider in Reading seeks a Mental Health Assistant to support students with emotional and mental health needs. This full-time position requires empathy, resilience, and motivation, making it ideal for graduates in psychology, counselling, or education. Join a dedicated team to make a meaningful impact on young lives.

Qualifications

• Understanding of mental health issues and how to support children.
• Ability to implement therapeutic practices in educational settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic practices to support emotional regulation.
• Work closely with therapists and educators to ensure student care.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for students.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Motivation

Education

Graduate in Psychology

Graduate in Counselling

Graduate in Education

Graduate in Criminology

Job description

Overview

Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading

ASAP Start - Full-time Position

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing?

An inclusive and forward-thinking SEN and SEMH school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their dedicated team. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

You will be working with students aged 5 to 19 who may have Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma-related behaviours, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with their emotional regulation, self-esteem, behaviour, and engagement in learning.

Key Details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Reading
• Salary: 89- 100 per day
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, Education, or Criminology graduates, or anyone passionate about mental health and child development

Responsibilities

As a Mental Health Assistant you will help implement therapeutic and trauma-informed practises within the classroom setting to help students manage anxiety and build confidence. You will work closely with SEN professionals, therapists and teachers to ensure consistent care and create a safe, calm and nurturing environment for students to thrive.

Who this is for

This Mental Health Assistant role is perfect for aspiring Psychologists, Youth Workers, Therapists, Teachers, or Social Workers looking to gain hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting. You\'ll receive full training and support from a highly experienced team committed to inclusive education and emotional wellbeing.

How to apply

If you are empathetic, resilient, and motivated to make a lasting impact on young lives - apply now!

Apply directly via this advert or contact Ed at Academics for more information.

Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist - Reading