Mental Health Assistant- Slough

Academics Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Slough is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support students in a specialist SEN school. You will provide 1:1 and small-group emotional and mental health support, collaborating with teachers and pastoral teams to foster resilience and social skills. Start ASAP; Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, full-time, £93–£110 per day, with pay policy in place.

Join a caring team dedicated to student wellbeing and development in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to students experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
• Patient and supportive, providing consistent reassurance during challenging emotions.
• Excellent communication with students, parents/carers, teachers, and professionals.
• Emotionally resilient, maintaining composure and support in distressing situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group emotional and mental health support to students with anxiety, low mood, or stress.
• Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience, confidence, self-esteem, and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral teams to implement individual support plans and strategies.
• Build positive relationships, offering consistent reassurance, encouragement, and guidance.

Skills

Compassionate & empathetic

Patience

Excellent communication

Emotional resilience

Job description

Mental Health Assistant – Slough

Are you passionate about supporting young people and looking for a role where you can make a real difference?

A brilliant SEN School in Slough is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and compassionate Mental Health Assistant to join their team.

Job Responsibilities as a Mental Health Assistant

• Provide 1:1 and small-group emotional and mental health support to students experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, and other emotional difficulties.
• Support students with developing emotional regulation, resilience, confidence, self-esteem, and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral teams to implement individual support plans and strategies that promote students' mental health and wellbeing.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, providing consistent reassurance, encouragement, and guidance.

What we're looking for in a Mental Health Assistant

• Compassionate and empathetic – able to understand and respond sensitively to students experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
• Patient and supportive – able to provide consistent reassurance and encouragement, particularly when students are experiencing challenging emotions.
• Excellent communication skills – able to communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents/carers, and other professionals.
• Emotionally resilient – able to remain calm, professional, and supportive when working with students experiencing distress.

Job Details

• Job Title: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Slough
• Setting: SEN School
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay: £93–£110 per day
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
• Contract: Full-time

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