Mental Health Assistant - Secondary

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

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in Wokingham is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to provide emotional and behavioral support to students aged 11 to 18 with various needs. This full-time role offers a salary between £89-£100 per day, with working hours from Monday to Friday. Ideal for recent graduates in Psychology or related fields eager to impact mental health in education positively.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology, Counselling, or related fields.
• Eager to support young people's mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support 1:1 interventions and small group work.
• Promote emotional regulation and resilience.

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Wokingham

ASAP Start - Full-Time Position

Are you passionate about supporting young people's mental health and emotional well-being? Do you aspire to a career in Psychology, Counselling, or Education?

A forward-thinking and supportive secondary school in Wokingham is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to work with students aged 11 to 18 facing a range of challenges including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), Anxiety, ADHD, and Autism. This is an exciting full-time opportunity to gain first-hand experience supporting mental health in an educational setting.

Key Details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Wokingham
• Salary: £89-£100 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, Criminology Graduates or aspiring Educational Psychologists/Therapists

As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll work closely with pastoral teams, teachers, and external therapists to provide emotional and behavioural support to students. You'll support both 1:1 interventions and small group work, promoting emotional regulation and resilience in a safe and inclusive environment.

This Mental Health Assistant role is a brilliant opportunity for a graduate looking to build a career in mental health, youth work, social care, or SEN education.

If you are enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to make a difference in education - apply now or contact Ed at Academics.

Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Wokingham