Mental Health Assistant - Newbury

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; Sur place; GBP 16 420 - 18 450; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading education support provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to work in Newbury. This full-time role involves supporting students with complex needs in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in Psychology or Health & Social Care and a strong interest in children's mental health. You will collaborate closely with teachers and healthcare professionals, facilitating students' emotional wellbeing and personal development. A rewarding position for aspiring professionals in mental health services or education.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in children's mental health and emotional wellbeing.
• Experience supporting students with complex needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and healthcare professionals.

Responsabilités

• Support students with emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Assist in personal care as required.
• Help students develop confidence and resilience.

Connaissances

Compassion

Interest in children's mental health

Ability to support personal care

Formation

Background in Psychology, Health & Social Care, or Education

Description du poste

Mental Health Assistant – Newbury

ASAP Start | Full-Time Position

Are you a compassionate individual with a strong interest in children’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same?

A specialist SEN school in Newbury is seeking a caring and dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support students with a range of complex needs, including Autism, severe learning difficulties (SLD), emotional needs, and medical conditions. This highly rewarding role supports pupils in a nurturing and structured setting.

As a Mental Health Assistant you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals to support students’ emotional wellbeing, learning, and personal development. The role may also involve supporting personal care where required and helping students develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience.

Key Details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Newbury
• Salary: £89–£100 per day
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Ideal for: Psychology, Health & Social Care, SEN, or Education backgrounds

This Mental Health Assistant role provides hands‑on experience supporting mental health and emotional regulation in a specialist setting and is perfect for those aspiring to careers in clinical psychology, mental health services, therapy, or SEN education.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and grow professionally in a supportive school environment, apply now.