Mental Health Assistant

Mental Health Assistant - Reading

Full-Time Role - ASAP Start

Are you motivated by helping young people build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing?

A nurturing and forward-thinking SEN & SEMH school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a full-time, long-term role working with children and young people who experience Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and various emotional and behavioural needs.

This Mental Health Assistant position is perfect for Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, Education, or Health & Social Care graduates, as well as anyone aspiring to work in therapeutic education or child mental health.

Key Details:

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Reading
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: 89- 100 per day
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

As a Mental Health Assistant, you will:

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups with emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Help create a calm and nurturing learning environment
• Work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and mental health practitioners
• Assist students in building social skills, resilience, and confidence
• Contribute to tailored behaviour and wellbeing plans

This Mental Health Assistant role provides exceptional hands-on experience for those pursuing careers in Psychology, Therapy, Youth Work, Education, or Social Care. You will develop practical skills in trauma-informed support, safeguarding, and behaviour intervention.

If you're warm, resilient, and passionate about improving young people's lives, we want to hear from you!

Apply directly to this advert or contact Ed at Academics for more information.

Mental Health Assistant - Reading