School Mental Health Assistant: Pupil Support & SEL

Academics; Harwell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with SEN and SEMH within a supportive school environment.

You will focus on emotional regulation, confidence-building and positive engagement, working closely with teachers and specialists to implement strategies. This full-time, long-term role offers ongoing training and mentoring and a clear path toward a career in psychology, education, or social care.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in psychology, counselling, therapy, education or social care
• A relevant degree is desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Support pupils who may experience SEN/SEMH needs
• Assist with emotional regulation and wellbeing of pupils
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Work alongside teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Support therapeutic and trauma-informed strategies

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Interest in psychology/therapy

Education

Relevant degree desirable

Job description

Academics in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with SEN and SEMH within a supportive school environment.

You will focus on emotional regulation, confidence-building and positive engagement, working closely with teachers and specialists to implement strategies. This full-time, long-term role offers ongoing training and mentoring and a clear path toward a career in psychology, education, or social care.