Pupil Wellbeing Assistant – Mental Health Support

Academics; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a dedicated Mental Health Assistant in Basingstoke, Hampshire to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs in a specialist school setting. This full-time, long-term role offers valuable experience and ongoing training.

You will assist with emotional regulation, confidence building and engagement in learning, working alongside teachers and other professionals to implement therapeutic strategies. Salary is per day (£95-£105) and determined by qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• The ideal Mental Health Assistant will have a caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An interest in psychology, counselling, therapy, education or social care.
• A relevant degree is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working alongside teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Supporting therapeutic and trauma-informed strategies.

Skills

Caring, empathetic

Communication skills

Interest in psychology

Education

Relevant degree desirable

Job description

Academics is recruiting a dedicated Mental Health Assistant in Basingstoke, Hampshire to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs in a specialist school setting. This full-time, long-term role offers valuable experience and ongoing training.

You will assist with emotional regulation, confidence building and engagement in learning, working alongside teachers and other professionals to implement therapeutic strategies. Salary is per day (£95-£105) and determined by qualifications and experience.