Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

Harmonia Careers; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Slough is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support children with mental health challenges. This full-time role provides invaluable experience for psychology graduates looking to make a meaningful impact. Responsibilities include working closely with students, implementing tailored strategies, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates looking for practical experience.
• Interest in child and adolescent mental health.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Implementing individualised Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Helping students engage in learning and develop vital life skills.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Psychology

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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

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