Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant

Overview

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant

Location:
Reading

Pay: 90 - 110 per day

If you are caring and compassionate, interested in education, and looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, then this is the job for you!

An inclusive and inspiring school in Reading are looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join their team in September for a long term role.

The students in this school suffer from a range of complex needs. These stem from trauma, anxiety and depression. These children are therefore struggling with learning difficulties, behavioural difficulties and emotional challenges. These students will need an individual who is not only resilient, but also confident and ready to take on a new challenge.

• Support students on either a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with general classroom duties and help manage classroom behaviour.
• Adapt to individual education plans and changing needs as each child has different requirements.

• Experience working with children who present mental health needs is desirable but not essential.
• Can-do attitude; able to be a supportive role model for students.
• Confident, positive and proactive in approach.
• Interest in education; suitable for those aspiring to be psychologists, counsellors or therapists.
• Background in art, drama or sports is welcome.

• Role:
  Mental Health Assistant
• Location:
  
  Reading
• Start:
  September
• Format:
  Full time
• Term:
  Long term

Those aspiring to be psychologists, counsellors or therapists are especially encouraged to apply. Those with a background in art, drama or sports are also welcome as well as graduates!