Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Slough is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support children with mental health issues. This full-time role involves working closely with therapists and psychologists, providing essential care to students aged 4 to 11. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Psychology, Counselling, or related fields, though experience is also valued. The position starts ASAP, offering mentorship and hands-on experience in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with behaviour and mental health issues.
• Relevant degrees are preferred but not essential.
• Candidates with relevant experience without a degree will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs.
• Work closely with trained therapists and psychologists.
• Participate in learning and mentoring sessions.

Skills

Supporting children with Mental Health issues

Behaviour management

Teamwork with therapists and psychologists

Education

Degree in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist - Slough Academics • Slough, South East

Mental Health Assistant – Slough

Aspiring Therapist role

Are you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues in schools?

Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists?

An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Slough are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Mental Health Assistant will be a Graduate - relevant degrees include Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered! A degree is however not a necessity. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Slough and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2023. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support.

This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher.

Key Details

• Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist or Educational Psychologist
• Social and Emotional Mental Health Support
• ASAP Start
• Slough
• £80-£90 per day
• Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm