School Mental Health Assistant

Academics Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEND school in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to support children with special educational needs, including SEMH and autism. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in Psychology or Criminology with a passion for helping vulnerable learners. Candidates must commit to a minimum of 12 months. This role is suitable for those aspiring to careers in Educational Psychology or related fields. Early applications are encouraged as interviews are taking place now.

Qualifications

• Graduates aspiring to Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Occupational Therapy.
• Willingness to commit to a minimum 12-month placement.
• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties.
• Provide practical help in a stable learning environment.
• Assist with instructional delivery and targeted interventions.

Skills

Passion for supporting children

Resilience

Proactive attitude

Education

Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields

Job description

Overview

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - 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.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties within a specialist SEND school.
• Contribute to a consistent, stable learning environment and provide practical help to learners as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with instructional delivery and targeted interventions as directed by teachers and specialists.

Qualifications and profile

• Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields; aspirant toward Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or broader mental health roles.
• Passion, resilience, and a proactive attitude toward supporting vulnerable learners.
• Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not required.
• Willingness to commit to a minimum 12-month placement to provide consistency and stability.

Details

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead

Interviews are taking place now; early applications are encouraged.