School Mental Health Assistant

Academics; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate School Mental Health Assistant to provide essential support to students facing complex social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role is perfect for Psychology or Criminology graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will work closely with students who have diverse needs, including ADHD and communication difficulties, while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, all while building your career in mental health and social care. Don't miss this chance to contribute to a vital cause!

Qualifications

• Ideal for Criminology and Psychology Graduates with an interest in mental health.
• Previous SEN experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with complex mental health needs.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to help students overcome challenges.

Skills

Mental Health Awareness

Communication Skills

Empathy

Understanding of Autism

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

Job Title: School Mental Health Assistant

Sector: Education and Training

Location: Luton

Pay: £460-£500 per week

Hours: 8:30 - 15:30

This SEN school in Luton is looking for SEN Psychology and Criminology Graduates to become their School Mental Health Assistant, providing first-class support to children with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs, ADHD, communication difficulties, Down syndrome, and some speech, language, and communication needs.

This role is an ideal opportunity if you aspire to have a career focused on Counselling, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Criminal, Social or Youth Justice, or elements of social care.

The School Mental Health Assistant position is perfect for someone in Luton and the surrounding areas seeking hands-on experience working with social, emotional, and mental health needs to develop their understanding and knowledge through education and training. If you're looking for a career in youth work, this opportunity is not to be missed.

Your Role as a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant:

• Provide tailored support to students with a range of complex mental health and behavioural needs.
• Gain practical, hands-on experience working with students who require additional support.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to help students grow, develop, and overcome challenges.
• Build your career while making a positive impact.

What is required?

• An Undergraduate Degree (preferable) and/or previous SEN experience, ideal for Criminology and Psychology Graduates.
• An interest in mental health and Autism.
• Knowledge, keen interest, or understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs (SEMH elements of the provision).
• Local commute to Luton.

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