Mental Health/Behaviour Support

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

Job summary

A specialist support school is seeking a dedicated Graduate as a Mental Health & Behaviour Support Assistant in Reading. This role involves supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges, managing behaviours, and fostering academic growth. Ideal candidates will be university graduates, particularly in Psychology or Criminology. With a competitive daily rate of £85 - £95, this opportunity provides valuable experience towards a career in Psychology, Therapy, or Social Work.

Qualifications

• Ability to support children with SEMH challenges.
• Skills in managing challenging behaviours effectively.
• Strong communication and encouragement skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emotional support

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practices

Encouragement

Education

University graduate

Job description

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 in Reading is 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.

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.

What You’ll Gain

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.

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £85 – £95 per day
• Location: Reading
• Hours: Mon‑Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Graduate Opportunity: Psychology, Criminology

Are you interested in this position? Apply today!