Psychology Graduate - Mental Health

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychology Graduate for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant role. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist school setting, working closely with children facing various mental health challenges. You will collaborate with a team of educators and therapists to deliver tailored interventions that foster emotional resilience and personal growth. This role is perfect for those aspiring to build a career in Clinical or Educational Psychology, providing invaluable experience in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in young lives, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mental health and special education.
• Collaborating with teaching teams and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH needs in a specialist school.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional development.

Skills

Mental Health Awareness

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in mental health and special education?

This full-time, long-term role in a specialist school for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs is ideal for a Psychology Graduate looking to develop practical skills in a therapeutic setting.

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with children and teenagers with a range of mental health challenges, including trauma, OCD, anxiety, attachment dysregulation and low self-esteem. Many of the students have experienced adverse childhood experienced (ACEs), and therefore cope best in a specialist setting which fosters coping strategies and emotional resilience.

You will collaborate with the schools teaching team, therapists and support staff to deliver specialist education and interventions that help boost each students’ learning, as well as their personal and emotional development. You will also help with behaviour management through positive relationship building.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone considering a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy or Counselling. Not only will you gain hands-on experience supporting children with diverse mental health needs, you will also develop skills in therapeutic and restorative interventions.

Previous experience working with children and/or adults with additional needs, would be beneficial but not essential. A passion for mental health and helping others is crucial!

* Psychology Graduate - Mental Health
* SEMH Teaching Assistant
* Wheatley
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30
* Immediate Start Available
* £85 to £95 per day
* Entry Level Position

Are you interested in this role? Do not hesitate, apply today!

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