Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support - Reading

Academics; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Reading is seeking a Psychology Graduate to join as a Mental Health Assistant in a specialist school.

You will provide 1:1 or small group support, participate in teaching techniques, and reinforce therapeutic approaches the teacher has put in place, with the support of the class teacher.

This term-time, full-time role starts ASAP and offers a daily rate of £90–£110, with excellent travel links, a welcoming team, and chances to develop skills in educational psychology.

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology or criminology is beneficial.
• If you don't have a degree, we still want to hear from you.
• Patience and a positive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support in classroom settings.
• Assist with delivering specific teaching techniques.
• Reinforce therapeutic strategies set by the teacher in collaboration with the class teacher.

Skills

Calm

Compassionate

Patience

Initiative

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support - Reading

Unlock the potential within every student while you work as a Mental Health Support Assistant in a lovely specialist school in Reading!

• This warm and friendly school in Reading are on the hunt for a Mental Health Support 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.
• The children that attend this school struggle with their mental health and anxiety and this can impact their education and ability to learn effectively.
• 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 have a positive attitude

This is amazign experience for aspiring educational psychologists

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
• Reading
• 90 - 110 per day
• ASAP Start
• Term time position
• Full Time
• Great travel links
• Fantastic opportunity for graduates

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Rading - Term time role - ASAP Start

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.