School Mental Health Assistant

Harmonia Careers; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stevenage seeks a School Mental Health Assistant to support children experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. Ideal for Psychology or Criminology graduates, this full-time role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, contributing to student well-being and development through tailored interventions and collaborative efforts within the school's dedicated team.

Benefits

Training and mentoring provided.

Impactful work in the community.

Collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology or Criminology required.
• Knowledge of ACEs and emotional literacy preferable.
• Passionate about mental health support and student safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and adolescents with behavioral needs.
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Working with pastoral staff and external agencies.

Skills

Empathy

Understanding of trauma-informed care

Behavioral psychology knowledge

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Ideal for Psychology or Criminology Graduates

Location: Stevenage, Bedfordshire

Salary: £460 - £500 per Week

Sector: Education and Training

Contract: Full-time, Term Time

Start Date: Immediate or September start

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to build real-world experience in mental health, behaviour, or youth support? This School Mental Health Assistant would be perfect for you.

This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring professionals in clinical psychology, forensic psychology, youth justice, or mental health services to gain hands-on experience in a supportive educational setting. Based in the welcoming town of Stevenage, you'll become part of a passionate team focused on inclusion, early intervention, and student wellbeing.

Join a dedicated and forward-thinking school in Stevenage as a School Mental Health Assistant, where your knowledge can directly impact young lives and support those facing emotional and behavioural challenges with the education and training sector.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting children and adolescents with mental health and behavioural needs as a school mental health assistant.
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions focusing on emotional literacy, trauma recovery, and resilience
• Working closely with pastoral staff, SENCOs, and external agencies (e.g. CAMHS, social care)
• Applying psychological theories in real-time to help manage behaviour and promote positive change
• Observing and tracking progress, contributing to behaviour and support planning
  
  

We're Looking For a Graduate Who

• Has a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related subject
• Understands trauma-informed care, ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences), or behavioural psychology
• Is passionate about early mental health support and safeguarding
• Wants practical experience ahead of a career in mental health, education, youth work or probation
• Is a reliable, empathetic presence able to build trust with vulnerable student's
  
  

Why Join this SEN School?

• Gain meaningful experience, a vibrant town with strong community spirit and excellent transport links
• Be part of a school in Stevenage that prioritises mental health and inclusive education
• Work alongside professionals who value collaboration and continued learning
• Receive training and mentoring to prepare you for further study or professional pathways
• Make a lasting impact in the lives of students who need stability, compassion, and guidance
• This is more than a job - it's a stepping stone into the fields of psychology, education, and social care.
  
  

If you're motivated to help young people thrive in the education and training Sector and want experience that truly counts, apply now for the School Mental Health Assistant position in Stevenage.

Apply today! Interviews taking place in the coming weeks