Mental Health/Behaviour Support

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Swindon is seeking a dedicated Graduate for the role of Mental Health & Behaviour Support Assistant. You will support children aged 4-16 facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your responsibilities include providing emotional support, promoting positive decision-making, and collaborating with the teaching team. This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, ideal for those pursuing a career in Psychology, Therapy, or Social Work, with a salary of £85 - £95 per day.

Qualifications

• University graduate with a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or related field.
• Ability to provide emotional support and manage challenging behaviours.
• Willingness to work in a specialist environment with children facing SEMH challenges.

Responsibilities

• Encourage academic progress and provide emotional support.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviours caused by SEMH needs.
• Identify individual needs and guide students.

Skills

Patient approach

Emotional support

Team collaboration

Understanding of SEMH

Education

University degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Job Overview

Are you a University graduate? Are you interested in supporting children with mental health challenges? Are you passionate about helping others, with a patient and encouraging approach?

A Specialist School near Swindon are seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as a Mental Health & Behaviour Support Assistant. The school caters for children aged 4-16 who face social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, including attachment disorders, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and low self-esteem.

Many of the pupils have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and therefore struggle in a mainstream environment. In this role, you will be supporting a small class of 5 to 10 pupils, collaborating with the schools teaching team, therapists and support staff to deliver specialist education and interventions that aim to boost the students' learning, personal development and emotional growth.

Responsibilities

• Encourage academic progress and provide emotional support.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviours caused by SEMH needs.
• Identify individual needs and triggers, and help guide students to overcome obstacles.
• Promote positive decision‑making, reducing anti‑social behaviours, and increase academic performance through trauma‑informed practices. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a supportive specialist environment. By engaging with restorative and trauma‑informed practices, you will build a strong foundation for a future career in Psychology, Therapy, Counselling, or Social Work.

Position Details

• Position: Mental Health/Behaviour Support
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £85 - £95 per day
• Location: Swindon
• Working Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Graduate Opportunity – Psychology, Criminology

If you are interested in this position, then apply today!