Aspiring Psychologist

Are you a recent graduate? Do you want to become a qualified psychologist or therapist in the future? Are you interested in supporting children with mental health needs?

Mental Health Teaching Assistant – Newbury

Location:

Newbury
Salary: £85 to £100 per day

Start Date:

Immediate / February 2026

A specialist school in Newbury is looking for a recent graduate to join their team as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant. You will support vulnerable children and teenagers diagnosed with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for an aspiring psychologist to build experience in mental health support, promoting the opportunity for further study or training in the future.

• Work directly with children with a range of mental‑health challenges, including additional learning difficulties such as autism and ADHD.
• Provide academic support and emotional guidance.
• Assist pupils in developing essential skills such as emotional literacy, self‑regulation, positive social interactions and resilience.
• Implement psychological support strategies such as CBT, behaviour support plans and restorative practices.
• Receive training in safeguarding and de‑escalation techniques to address each student’s needs.

• Recent graduate, preferably with an interest in psychology.
• Resilient, supportive and open‑minded.
• Ability to start immediately.

If you are interested, apply today with your CV.