Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead

Academics Ltd; Maidenhead; Vor Ort; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Academics Ltd supports a respected ASD specialist school in Maidenhead recruiting a compassionate Mental Health Assistant. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support to children with autism and complex needs, helping develop communication, emotional regulation and social skills alongside experienced staff.

This role offers hands‑on experience in Psychology, Therapy and Mental Health, with an ASAP start and a full‑time, long‑term placement that is ideal for graduates considering Educational or

Qualifikationen

• A degree or background in Psychology, Counselling, Education or a related field.
• Genuine interest in Autism, mental health and therapeutic support.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children.
• SEN or Autism experience is desirable but not essential.

Aufgaben

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Help develop communication, emotional regulation, social skills, independence and confidence.
• Collaborate with teaching and therapeutic staff to support pupils with complex needs.
• Gain insight into specialist strategies and interventions in practice.

Kenntnisse

Psychology background

Empathy

Communication

Relationship building

Resilience

Mental Health Interest

Ausbildung

Degree in Psychology / Counselling / Education

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with Autism and complex additional needs?

Would you like to develop your experience in a specialist school alongside professionals working in Psychology, Therapy and Mental Health?

A highly regarded ASD specialist school in Maidenhead is looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with Autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication needs and complex learning disabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates and aspiring professionals who are considering a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Counselling, Mental Health or SEN.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils develop their communication, emotional regulation, social skills, independence and confidence. You'll work closely with experienced teaching and therapeutic staff and gain valuable insight into how specialist strategies and interventions can support children with complex needs.

The school offers an engaging and supportive environment where you can develop your understanding of Autism, behaviour, sensory needs, emotional wellbeing and therapeutic approaches while making a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or background in Psychology, Counselling, Education or a related field
• A genuine interest in Autism, mental health and therapeutic support
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with children
• Previous experience with SEN or Autism is desirable but not essential
• Mental Health Assistant
• ASD Specialist School
• Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• ASAP start
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists and SEN professionals

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience within a specialist ASD setting, while developing your understanding of psychology, therapy and mental health and working alongside professionals in the field.

Mental Health Assistant - ASD Specialist School - Maidenhead - ASAP Start

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.