Enable job alerts via email!
Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant in Bedford)
Academics
Bedford
On-site
GBP 40,000 - 60,000
Full time
Boost your interview chances
Create a job specific, tailored resume for higher success rate.
Job summary
An established industry player is seeking passionate Psychology or Criminology graduates to join a dedicated team as Mental Health Assistants. This rewarding role involves supporting students with special needs, including those with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and a desire to grow within the education sector. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment, contributing to the development of students while working alongside experienced professionals. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in education, this role is perfect for you.
Qualifications
- Graduates in Psychology or Criminology preferred.
- Experience with children in educational settings is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Support students with special needs in a SEN school.
- Work with children facing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Skills
Education
Job description
Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant
Location: Bedford
Salary: £460 - £500 per week (Full-Time)
Sector: Education and Training
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long - Term
Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?
We are working with a fantastic SEN school in Bedford that is looking for SEMH Teaching Assistants to start working with them from September 2025. The school is particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or Occupational Therapists.
If you are passionate about working with children with additional needs and are up for an exciting, challenging, yet rewarding role in the education and training sector, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children in various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!
The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health, Autism, and behavioral difficulties. Therefore, the school is looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.
Interviews are actively taking place, so please apply immediately if you are interested. If you have any questions, please contact Gary @ Academics.
This role is perfect for Psychology or Criminology graduates who are coming to the end of their 3rd year at university!
Role to start: September 2025!
'/%3e%3cpath%20d='M101.744%2012.4726L102.894%2016.1947L99.0021%2013.2201L101.744%2012.4726ZM105.3%208.40937H100.488L99.0026%203.59473L97.5116%208.41047L92.7%208.40385L96.5965%2011.3834L95.1055%2016.1942L99.0021%2013.2196L101.408%2011.3834L105.3%208.40992V8.40937Z'%20fill='white'/%3e%3cdefs%3e%3clinearGradient%20id='paint0_linear_5593_1381'%20x1='90'%20y1='9.44471'%20x2='99'%20y2='9.44471'%20gradientUnits='userSpaceOnUse'%3e%3cstop%20stop-color='%2300AD70'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='0.998594'%20stop-color='%2300B67A'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='1'%20stop-color='%23DCDCE6'/%3e%3c/linearGradient%3e%3c/defs%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
job faster
