School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization seeks a School Mental Health Assistant in Aylesbury. Ideal candidates are aspiring psychologists or therapists committed to supporting children with special educational needs. The position offers valuable experience in educational settings and requires dedication to working with diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Looking for graduates or final-year students in Psychology or related fields.
• Some experience with children is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs.
• Work consistently for at least 12 months in the role.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Motivation

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or related field

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Aylesbury

Are you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or mental health support worker?

Role to start ASAP or in September, depending on your circumstances.

Does working with children with special educational and emotional needs appeal to you?

Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?

We are seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to work within a SEND School in Aylesbury.

We are working with a Special Needs School in Aylesbury that is looking for support staff to start from September. The school is particularly interested in Psychology and Criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or Occupational Therapists.

If you are passionate about working with children with additional needs and are up for an exciting, challenging, yet rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children in various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation are equally important.

The pupils have many needs, including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism, and behavioral difficulties. Therefore, the school is looking for committed individuals who want to stay for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progress.

Interviews are actively taking place, so please apply immediately if interested.

These support roles are ideal for individuals seeking a support role within the education sector and are suitable for those aiming for roles as Teaching Assistants or Learning Support Assistants.