School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a School Mental Health Assistant in Hemel Hempstead. The role is perfect for recent graduates aspiring to support students with additional needs. You will work in a specialist SEND school and provide crucial support for pupils with SEMH, autism, and behavioral difficulties. Candidates should be enthusiastic and resilient, ready to commit for at least 12 months, ensuring stability for vulnerable learners. This position is available to start ASAP or from April.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree or be a recent graduate in relevant fields.
• Experience with children and additional needs is desirable.
• Passion for making a positive difference in students' lives.

Responsibilities

• Work with students who have additional needs including SEMH and autism.
• Provide support and stability for vulnerable learners.
• Engage with pupils to enhance their educational experience.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Resilience

Motivation to support vulnerable learners

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or related field

Job description

Overview

Position: School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead. This role is available to start ASAP or from April.

Who you are

Are you an aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or mental health practitioner? Are you a recent graduate or soon to graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with students with additional needs?

About the school

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

Role details

If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and motivated to make a positive difference, this could be the ideal opportunity. Previous experience working with children 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.