Details:
- Salary: £90 - 105 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Newbury Berkshire
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist
Full-Time | ASAP Start | £95-£105 per day | Newbury
Turn your degree into meaningful experience
Are you a graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Education, Criminology or a related subject? A supportive primary school in Newbury is looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to join its specialist Resource Base.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEN and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The role
As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll support pupils from Reception to Year 6 who may experience:
Autism and ADHD
Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
Trauma-related behaviours
SEMH needs
Barriers to learning and social developmentYou'll help pupils manage emotions, build resilience, develop confidence and form positive relationships.
Key details
Role: Mental Health Assistant
Location: Newbury
Pay: £95-£105 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Long-TermWhat you'll gain
As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers, SEN professionals and therapeutic staff, gaining valuable experience with supportive and trauma-informed approaches.
The role offers a strong foundation for a Mental Health Assistant looking to progress into psychology, therapy, teaching, youth work or social care.
If you're a dedicated Mental Health Assistant ready to develop your skills while making a genuine difference, apply today or contact Freddie Tustin on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy