School Mental Health Assistant in Bletchley)

Academics; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate School Mental Health Assistant to support children with special educational needs. This rewarding role is perfect for aspiring Education Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or Occupational Therapists looking to gain valuable experience. You will work within a supportive SEND School environment, helping students with diverse needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges. If you are motivated and eager to make a difference in the lives of children, this opportunity offers the chance to contribute meaningfully while developing your skills in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or those about to graduate are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with children in various settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational and emotional needs.
• Work within a SEND School to assist with various student needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Motivation

Experience with Children

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Bletchley

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

Role to start in April, May, or June depending on your circumstances.

Does catering for 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 Bletchley.

We are working with a Special Needs School in Bletchley that is looking for support staff to start working with them 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 and 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 within this field are just as 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 work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.

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

These support roles are ideal for individuals looking for a support role within the education sector and will be ideal for anyone seeking a role as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.