School Mental Health Assistant

Academics; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Milton Keynes is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to support students with SEMH, autism, and behavioural needs within a specialist SEND setting. This role suits graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields who aim toward Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Occupational Therapy.

The role offers hands-on experience in education and SEND settings, with a commitment of at least 12 months and opportunities to develop practical skills in support

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or soon to graduate in psychology or related fields.
• Willingness to gain hands‑on experience in SEND education.
• Interest in Educational Psychology or mental health roles.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH, autism, and behavioural needs.
• Assist in classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Provide consistent, stable support over a 12‑month period.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Resilient

Motivated

Hands-on experience

Education

Recent graduate

Psychology degree

Criminology degree

Related fields

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Milton Keynes
School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - School Mental Health Assistant - Milton Keynes

Are you an aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or mental health practitioner?

This role is available to start ASAP or from November

Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and social, emotional, or mental health challenges?

Are you a recent graduate-or soon to graduate-looking to gain hands‑on experience working with students with additional needs?

We are seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Milton Keynes. The school is keen to welcome graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields, particularly those with aspirations toward Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or wider mental health roles.

If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and motivated to make a positive difference, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. Previous experience working with children in any setting is beneficial, but the school places equal value on your passion, attitude, and commitment to supporting vulnerable learners.

Pupils present with a range of needs, including SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties. For this reason, the school is looking for individuals who can commit for a minimum of 12 months to provide the consistency and stability their learners rely on.

Interviews are taking place now, so early applications are encouraged.

This is an excellent role for anyone seeking experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in any support capacity within the education and SEND sectors.

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Milton Keynes
School Mental Health Assistant - Milton Keynes

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