School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education consultancy is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant in Kings Langley. This full-time role involves supporting children with special educational needs and collaborating with teaching teams. Ideal candidates should be graduates in Psychology or Criminology, possessing a strong interest in educational and mental health practices. This opportunity offers valuable experience in the education sector, particularly in SEND environments, starting ASAP or from April.

Qualifications

• Graduate or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology or a related field.
• Interest and knowledge in educational and mental health practices.
• Experience working with children in any setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs, including SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties.
• Provide consistent and stable support over a minimum of 12 months.
• Collaborate with teaching and support teams to deliver individualized learning plans.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional wellbeing strategies.
• Record observations and progress reports.

Skills

Support children with special educational needs

Collaboration with teaching and support teams

Behaviour management strategies

Emotional wellbeing strategies

Record observations

Education

Graduate in Psychology

Graduate in Criminology

Related fields

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead

Recruiter Academics Ltd, Reference 3062148708, posted 22 2026. Salary £450‑£500 per week. Fixed term, full time.

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. Sector: Academy – Primary. Specialism: Education Studies / Teacher Training.

This role is available to start ASAP or from April. We are seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Milton Keynes. Ideal candidates are graduates or soon‑to‑graduate students in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields, with aspirations toward Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or wider mental health roles.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs, including SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties.
• Provide consistent and stable support over a minimum of 12 months.
• Collaborate with teaching and support teams to deliver individualized learning plans.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional wellbeing strategies.
• Record observations and progress reports in accordance with school policy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate or soon‑to‑be graduate in Psychology, Criminology or a related field.
• Interest and knowledge in educational and mental health practices.
• Experience working with children in any setting is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Resilient, motivated, and committed to supporting vulnerable learners.

Interviews are taking place now; early applications are encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in any support capacity within the education and SEND sectors.