School Mental Health Assistant

Academics; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant in Hemel Hempstead. This role is suited for recent graduates aiming to support children with special educational needs and mental health challenges. Candidates should demonstrate passion, resilience, and a commitment to vulnerable learners. While previous experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Early applications are encouraged as interviews are underway, making this an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the education and SEND sectors.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or soon-to-graduate candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to commit for a minimum of 12 months is required.
• Attitude and commitment to supporting vulnerable learners is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs and social, emotional, or mental health challenges.
• Work with students with additional needs.
• Provide consistency and stability for learners.

Skills

Passion for supporting children with SEND

Interest in Educational Psychology

Resilience

Motivation to make a difference

Previous experience with children

Education

Recent graduate or soon-to-graduate in Psychology or related fields

Job description

Overview

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - School Mental Health Assistant - Hemel Hempstead

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

This role is available to start ASAP or from April.

Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and social, emotional, or mental health challenges?

Are you a recent graduate-or soon to graduate-looking to gain hands-on experience working with students with additional needs?

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

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

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead

School Mental Health Assistant - Hemel Hempstead

Requirements

• Passion for supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs

• Interest in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or related mental health fields

• Recent graduate or soon-to-graduate seeking hands-on experience

• Ability to commit for a minimum of 12 months

• Willingness to undergo interviews (early applications encouraged)

• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not required; attitude and commitment are valued

Setting and Application Notes

The role is with a specialist SEND school and may be based in Milton Keynes; the listing also references Hemel Hempstead in title lines. This position is described as a Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant or related support role within education and SEND sectors.