Trauma-Informed School Mental Health Assistant

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant in Cheltenham to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30, with pay of £90-£110 per day and immediate or September start.

You will assist with academic learning and social skills, follow therapeutic practices, help children regulate emotions, and liaise with on-site Psychologists and Therapists to maximise each pupil's education.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology or Criminology preferred.
• Experience with children/mental health is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs throughout the school day.
• Assist academic learning and interpersonal skills development.
• Follow therapeutic practice and help children regulate emotions.
• Liaise with on-site Psychologists and Therapists to maximise education.

Education

Graduate in Psychology or Criminology

Job description

Academics is seeking a School Mental Health Assistant in Cheltenham to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30, with pay of £90-£110 per day and immediate or September start.

You will assist with academic learning and social skills, follow therapeutic practices, help children regulate emotions, and liaise with on-site Psychologists and Therapists to maximise each pupil's education.