School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support role as a School Mental Health Assistant in Aylesbury, ideal for graduates in Psychology or Criminology. This position focuses on aiding children with special educational and emotional needs, offering valuable experience for those aspiring to develop further in the educational field.

Qualifications

• Graduate or soon-to-be graduate looking to work with children.
• Desire to support students with special needs.
• Some experience with children in various settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Work consistently over at least 12 months in a SEND school.
• Assist in creating inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Degree in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Aylesbury

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

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

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

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

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

We are collaborating with a Special Needs School in Aylesbury that is looking for support staff to start in September. The school is particularly interested in Psychology and Criminology graduates who are aspiring Educational 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 perfect opportunity! 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 wish 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 to become a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.