Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider is looking for a Mental Health Assistant in Reading. This role involves working closely with students to support their emotional and educational needs, creating a safe environment, and reinforcing therapeutic techniques. The ideal candidate will have a degree in psychology or criminology, and possess patience, compassion, and the ability to manage challenging behaviors. Ideal for graduates seeking to make a difference. The position starts ASAP and operates during term time.

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology or criminology is preferred.
• Calm, compassionate, and patient attitude.
• Ability to create a safe and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance in 1 to 1 or small group settings.
• Implement specific teaching techniques.
• Reinforce therapeutic techniques established by the teacher.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Ability to deal with challenging behaviours

Initiative

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

Overview

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 Reading!

This warm and friendly school in Reading 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!

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications and qualities

• 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!
• 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

Additional information

• Key information:
• Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant
• Reading
• £85 - £100 per day
• ASAP 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 within the coming weeks.

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant – Reading – Term time role – ASAP Start