Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational support organization is seeking a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant in Ware. The role involves supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a specialist school, providing tailored interventions and working alongside professionals. Ideal for recent Psychology or Criminology graduates looking to make a positive impact and progress towards clinical careers. Full-time position with a competitive salary of £460-500 per week.

Benefits

Real-world clinical experience

Mentorship by professionals

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field.
• Committed to a long-term position (minimum 12 months) to ensure continuity of care.
• Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient in a challenging role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Implement therapeutic strategies to support emotional regulation.
• Support personal and academic development of students.

Skills

Passionate about mental health

Experience working with children

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

You've finished your degree and you are looking for a career path to make a real positive impact?

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical Careers

Location: Ware

Contract: Full-Time Long-Term

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: 460- 500 per week

Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training

Are you a Psychology or criminology graduate looking to begin your career in mental health, clinical practice and the education and training sector?

This is a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant opportunity to gain vital, hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs in Ware - and to step onto a clear pathway toward roles like Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist within a specialist clinical team.

Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

You'll be based in a highly regarded SEN school in Ware, supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, Autism, and behavioural challenges. Working alongside a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team in Ware, you will:

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions
• Implement therapeutic strategies to support emotional regulation
• Work in close collaboration with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists
• Support the personal and academic development of students with complex needs
• Build meaningful, trusting relationships that help students thrive

Career Progression into the Clinical Team

This role is designed as a clinical stepping stone - ideal for graduates seeking careers in:

• Clinical or Educational Psychology
• Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy
• Specialist Teaching / SEN Education
• Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention

Who We're Looking For

• Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field
• Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and making a difference in young lives
• Committed to a long-term position (minimum 12 months) to ensure continuity of care
• Experience working with children or young people (in any setting) is desirable, but not essential
• Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient in a rewarding and sometimes challenging role

Why choose the Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role?

• Gain real-world clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate study
• Be mentored by experienced professionals in education and therapy
• Work in a setting where your development is just as important as your students'
• Make a measurable difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking team focused on trauma-informed care

Ideal for Psychology or Criminology Graduates in and around Ware preparing to launch their careers as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant in Mental Health or education and training sector.