Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

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

Job summary

A supportive education organization in Maidenhead is seeking a Psychology Graduate for the Mental Health Assistant role. The position involves creating an engaging learning environment, assisting vulnerable students with mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and skilled at managing challenging behaviors. This full-time term-time role starts in January 2026 and offers competitive pay ranging from £85 to £100 per day. This is a rewarding opportunity for graduates eager to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Great travel links

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for personal growth

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology or criminology preferred.
• Experience or qualities to handle challenging behaviors.
• Ability to create a safe environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in 1 to 1 or small group settings.
• Reinforce therapeutic techniques from teachers.
• Support children with their emotional and educational needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Initiative

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

Unlock the potential within every student while you work as a Behaviour Support Assistant in a lovely specialist school in Maidenhead!

This warm and friendly school in Maidenhead are on the hunt for a Mental Health Assistant to come in and create a fun and engaging learning environment for their students. This is an environment where you will really make a difference and touch the lives of vulnerable children. If you are looking for a rewarding role, then apply now!

The children that attend this school struggle with their mental health and anxiety and this can impact their education and behaviour. Not only do they struggle with coping with their emotions and mental health needs, they still need to get through the school day and ensure that they are meeting their goals. This is where your role as Mental Health Assistant comes in!

You will support them with all their needs in the classroom and model healthy ways for them to cope with their emotions. While you will be supporting the children, you will have the support of the class teacher yourself!

Your day to day as a Mental Health Assistant:

• Providing support and assistance in 1 to 1 or in small group settings.
• You will take part in providing specific teaching techniques.
• Reinforce any therapeutic techniques that the teacher has put in place to support the children.

Those who have a degree in psychology or criminology will greatly benefit from this role and the experience it offers. Those with similar degrees are also encouraged to apply. If you don't have a degree, but are still looking to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Patience and a great attitude are important!

Qualities you need to be successful in your role as Mental Health Assistant:

• Calm, compassionate and kind.
• Patient and determined to make a difference.
• Take initiative well and able to deal with challenging behaviours.
• Able to create a safe and engaging environment where students can flourish and thrive.
• Understand how important safeguarding is.
• Hold an enhanced DBS check - if you do not have a DBS certificate, don't worry, we can support your application.

If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can flourish while also making a difference in the community, then this is the role for you!

Key information:

• Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant
• Maidenhead
• 85 - 100 per dayJanuary 2026 Start
• Term time position
• Full Time
• Great travel links
• Fantastic opportunity for graduates

You can apply directly to this job advert if you are interested. Interviews will take place in January 2026.

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead - Term time role - January 2026 Start