Trauma‑Informed Mental Health Assistant – School Support

Academics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 19,372; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist in Basingstoke. The role is full‑time with a 8:30 am–3:30 pm schedule, paying £95–£105 per day. Start date ASAP.

You will work with teachers, SEN professionals and therapists to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, delivering trauma‑informed strategies. The position offers ongoing training and mentorship in a specialist educational setting, ideal for graduates aiming to become psychologists, therapists, teachers, youth

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in educational settings is desirable.
• Background in psychology, counselling, education or criminology is advantageous.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's mental health and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic and trauma‑informed strategies to pupils.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation and build confidence.
• Improve engagement in learning within a safe, nurturing environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Psychology

Counselling

Education

Criminology

Job description

Academics Ltd is seeking a Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist in Basingstoke. The role is full‑time with a 8:30 am–3:30 pm schedule, paying £95–£105 per day. Start date ASAP.

You will work with teachers, SEN professionals and therapists to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, delivering trauma‑informed strategies. The position offers ongoing training and mentorship in a specialist educational setting, ideal for graduates aiming to become psychologists, therapists, teachers, youth