SEN Mental Health Assistant — Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Academics Ltd; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support company in Wokingham is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Assistant to provide support to children facing social and emotional challenges. The ideal candidate should have Level 3 qualifications or higher, preferably with a degree in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with working hours from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, offering a daily salary between £85 and £100. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Ideal for Psychology/Counselling/Criminology graduates.
• Experience with SEN children is desirable but not essential.
• Personal experience with mental health needs accepted.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH/Complex Needs in a primary setting.
• Work alongside trained therapists and psychologists.
• Provide consistent, child-centered support.

Skills

Support children with mental health issues

Adaptability

Manage challenging behaviour

Education

Level 3 qualifications or higher

Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology

Job description

An educational support company in Wokingham is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Assistant to provide support to children facing social and emotional challenges. The ideal candidate should have Level 3 qualifications or higher, preferably with a degree in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with working hours from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, offering a daily salary between £85 and £100. Immediate start is available.