Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading

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

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support children and young people with their emotional wellbeing. The role is full-time and focuses on implementing therapeutic practices in collaboration with SEN professionals. Ideal candidates will be graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Education. Competitive daily salary offered.

Benefits

Full training and support from an experienced team

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in a related field.
• Strong interest in mental health and child development.
• Ability to support emotional regulation and self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
• Implement therapeutic practices to manage anxiety.
• Collaborate with professionals to create a safe learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Motivation

Education

Graduates in Psychology

Graduates in Counselling

Graduates in Education

Graduates 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with students aged 5 to 19 who may have Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma-related behaviours, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Support pupils with their emotional regulation, self-esteem, behaviour, and engagement in learning.
• Help implement therapeutic and trauma-informed practices within the classroom setting to help students manage anxiety and build confidence.
• Collaborate with SEN professionals, therapists and teachers to ensure consistent care and create a safe, calm and nurturing environment for students to thrive.

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

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Education, Criminology, or related fields, or individuals with a strong interest in mental health and child development.
• Empathy, resilience, and motivation to make a lasting impact on young lives.

Support and Benefits

You will 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.