SEMH Youth Support Assistant (Graduate Role)

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational provision in Reading is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role includes one-to-one support, managing emotional well-being, and implementing intervention strategies. Ideal candidates should be empathetic graduates with an interest in mental health and youth work. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a daily rate of £85 - £100.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Psychology, Criminology, Social Work or Education is beneficial.
• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist in managing emotional well-being and create a positive learning environment.
• Help implement intervention strategies influenced by psychological and criminological theory.

Skills

Empathetic

Resilient

Excellent communication skills

Education

Graduate-level interest in mental health/youth sector

Job description

A specialist educational provision in Reading is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role includes one-to-one support, managing emotional well-being, and implementing intervention strategies. Ideal candidates should be empathetic graduates with an interest in mental health and youth work. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a daily rate of £85 - £100.