Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading specialist school in Slough is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support children with various mental health challenges. This full-time role offers psychology graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a nurturing environment, focusing on emotional regulation, social development, and educational engagement.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates seeking practical experience.
• Interest in child and adolescent mental health and special educational needs.
• Ability to support emotional regulation and social development.

Responsibilities

• Support students with mental health challenges on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Engage students in learning and manage their emotions.
• Deliver tailored strategies based on individual Education, Health, and Care Plans.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Resilience

Team-focused attitude

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Psychology Graduate Opportunity
Specialist School Slough Full-Time 85- 100/day ASAP Start

Are you a psychology graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives? Do you aspire to work in mental health, therapy, or education?

An Outstanding specialist school in Slough is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their supportive and experienced team. This is a long-term, full-time opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience working with children and young people who present with mental health challenges and complex co-occurring needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, and speech and language difficulties.

You will be supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping them engage in their learning, manage emotions, and develop vital life skills. Each child has an individualised Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), and you'll play a key role in delivering tailored strategies that support emotional regulation, communication, and social development.

This role as a Mental Health Assistant in ideal for:

• Psychology graduates seeking practical experience before pursuing further training in clinical psychology, educational psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or counselling.
• Individuals with a passion for child and adolescent mental health (CAMHS) or special educational needs (SEN).
• Graduates who want to work in a trauma-informed and nurturing school environment that promotes long-term outcomes for vulnerable learners.

What you need to be considered for the role as a Mental Health Assistant:

• Empathy, patience, and a calm approach
• A genuine interest in mental health and neurodiversity
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Resilience and a team-focused attitude

Key Information:

• Mental Health Assistant
• Slough
• Psychology Graduates
• ASAP Start
• 85 - 100 per day
• Long Term, Full Time Role
• Term Time role

Mental Health Assistant - Slough - Psychology Graduate Opportuntity - ASAP Start