Mental Health Assistant — Specialist School (3–11)

Academics; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Trowbridge is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support pupils aged 3 to 11 with varied mental health needs in a specialist school setting. The role is suitable for psychology students or graduates looking for hands-on experience in a nurturing environment.

You will help deliver interventions, maintain an engaging classroom, and communicate with teachers and therapy teams. The position offers a long-term, either full-time or part-time arrangement, with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Need positive attitude and supportive nature.
• Interest in mental health and working with vulnerable children.
• Psychology graduate or student is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with mental health interventions in class.
• Provide feedback to teachers and therapy teams.
• Help keep classroom engaged and safe.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Mental health awareness

Job description

Academics in Trowbridge is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support pupils aged 3 to 11 with varied mental health needs in a specialist school setting. The role is suitable for psychology students or graduates looking for hands-on experience in a nurturing environment.

You will help deliver interventions, maintain an engaging classroom, and communicate with teachers and therapy teams. The position offers a long-term, either full-time or part-time arrangement, with an ASAP start.