School Mental Health Assistant

Academics; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated school in Ampthill as a School Mental Health Assistant, where your passion for psychology or criminology can make a real difference. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive educational environment, working closely with students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. You will support children and adolescents, apply psychological theories, and collaborate with professionals focused on mental health and inclusion. This role is not just a job; it’s a stepping stone into a rewarding career in mental health, education, or social care.

Benefits

Training and mentoring

Supportive team environment

Meaningful work experience

Community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology or Criminology with a passion for mental health support.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and behavioural psychology.

Responsibilities

• Support children with mental health needs as a school mental health assistant.
• Deliver 1:1 interventions focusing on emotional literacy and resilience.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Behavioural psychology

Emotional literacy

Resilience building

Trust building with vulnerable students

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Ideal for Psychology or Criminology Graduates

Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Salary: £460 - £500 per Week

Sector: Education and Training

Contract: Full-time, Term Time

Start Date: Immediate or September start

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to build real-world experience in mental health, behaviour, or youth support? This School Mental Health Assistant would be perfect for you.

This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring professionals in clinical psychology, forensic psychology, youth justice, or mental health services to gain hands-on experience in a supportive educational setting. Based in the welcoming town of Ampthill, you'll become part of a passionate team focused on inclusion, early intervention, and student wellbeing.

Join a dedicated and forward-thinking school in Ampthill as a School Mental Health Assistant, where your knowledge can directly impact young lives and support those facing emotional and behavioural challenges with the education and training sector.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting children and adolescents with mental health and behavioural needs as a school mental health assistant.
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions focusing on emotional literacy, trauma recovery, and resilience
• Working closely with pastoral staff, SENCOs, and external agencies (e.g. CAMHS, social care)
• Applying psychological theories in real-time to help manage behaviour and promote positive change
• Observing and tracking progress, contributing to behaviour and support planning

We're Looking For a Graduate Who:

• Has a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related subject
• Understands trauma-informed care, ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences), or behavioural psychology
• Is passionate about early mental health support and safeguarding
• Wants practical experience ahead of a career in mental health, education, youth work or probation
• Is a reliable, empathetic presence able to build trust with vulnerable student's

Why Join this SEN School?

• Gain meaningful experience, a vibrant town with strong community spirit and excellent transport links
• Be part of a school in Ampthill that prioritises mental health and inclusive education
• Work alongside professionals who value collaboration and continued learning
• Receive training and mentoring to prepare you for further study or professional pathways
• Make a lasting impact in the lives of students who need stability, compassion, and guidance
• This is more than a job - it's a stepping stone into the fields of psychology, education, and social care.

If you're motivated to help young people thrive in the education and training Sector and want experience that truly counts, apply now for the School Mental Health Assistant position in Ampthill.

Apply today! Interviews taking place in the coming weeks