Mental Health Support Assistant - Reading

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant in Reading. The role involves helping SEN children manage their emotions and mental health, creating a positive learning environment, and providing daily support. Ideal candidates will have experience with vulnerable young people, with backgrounds in education or psychology being advantageous. This full-time position starts in January and offers between £85 to £100 per day. This role is a great opportunity for those aspiring to work in psychology or education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people preferred.
• Background in education, psychology, or therapy is advantageous.
• Open to graduates aiming to start in mental health assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support students in managing emotions and mental health.
• Create a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist students in settling into their routines.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable children

Understanding of mental health issues

Ability to provide emotional support

Education

Degree in Education, Psychology, or Therapy

Job description

Mental Health Support Assistant - Reading

Are you passionate about mental health? Do you want to build a career centred around helping young children and promoting good mental health?

An excellent opportunity has become available for a mental health support assistant, supporting SEN children in a school in Reading. They are currently looking for a mental health support assistant to join them in January. As a mental health assistant you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health.

These young students struggle with challenging mental health such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD and post-traumatic stress disorder. Your main duties as a mental health support assistant will include providing support to these students, to help them settle into their routines in school and minimise triggering situations as much as possible.

These young people need someone who can facilitate a positive and safe environment for them to learn and grow. You will gain valuable experience in the sector and have the chance to shadow other professionals in the field.

The ideal candidate would have some experience working with vulnerable children or young people. Any education, psychology or therapy background is advantageous but graduates will be considered.

This would be a fantastic opportunity for aspiring psychologists, teachers or therapists.

• Mental Health Support Assistant
• Primary
• Reading
• January Start
• Full time
• £85 to £100 per day