Youth Mental Health Support Assistant — School-Based Role

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Maidenhead is seeking a Youth Mental Health Support assistant to start in January 2026. The role involves supporting students with emotional regulation and academic goals, making a positive impact in their lives. Ideal candidates are psychology graduates or individuals with backgrounds in education, sports, art, or drama. Flexible full-time and part-time options are available with good transport links. Apply now for a chance to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to interact with students effectively.
• Ability to support students during classroom activities.
• Skills in emotional regulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support the students with their needs in the classroom.
• Help them find healthy ways to cope with their emotions.
• Teach them ways to regulate their emotions.
• Help them reach their academic and personal goals.
• De-stage any behaviour and redirect their attention.
• Facilitate interventions to help students flourish.
• Support the students during their work day.

Skills

Positive attitude

Kind and enthusiastic

Passionate about helping

Takes initiative

Proactive

Understanding of safeguarding

Patient

Education

Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

A supportive educational institution in Maidenhead is seeking a Youth Mental Health Support assistant to start in January 2026. The role involves supporting students with emotional regulation and academic goals, making a positive impact in their lives. Ideal candidates are psychology graduates or individuals with backgrounds in education, sports, art, or drama. Flexible full-time and part-time options are available with good transport links. Apply now for a chance to make a difference.