School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A special educational needs school in Bletchley is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant. The role involves supporting children with SEMH, Autism, and behavioral difficulties while working collaboratively with teaching staff. Candidates should have a relevant graduate degree or be about to graduate, along with a strong motivation for working with children. Commitment to at least 12 months is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate or about to graduate in relevant fields.
• Professional interest in education and mental health.
• Experience with children in various settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational and emotional needs.
• Deliver support in classroom and individual settings.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals.

Skills

Working with children

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or similar

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant – Education and Training

Location: Bletchley / Hemel Hempstead (Special Educational Needs School)

Start date: ASAP, January, or September.

We are seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to support children with special educational and emotional needs in a SEND school.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils with SEMH, Autism and behavioural difficulties.
• Deliver support in a classroom and individual setting.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals.
• Maintain consistent support for at least 12 months.

Qualifications

• Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or similar graduate, or about to graduate.
• Strong motivation and personality for working with children.
• Experience with children in various settings is beneficial but not essential.
• Professional interest in education and mental health.

Commitment

Will need to commit to at least 12 months due to importance of consistency for children’s progress.

Application

Interviews are actively taking place; please apply immediately if interested.