Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading

Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspiring Educational Psychologist Opportunity

Reading, Berkshire ASAP Start

Ideal for Psychology, Counselling & Criminology Graduates

Are you passionate about supporting children with mental health and complex needs?
Are you considering a future career as an Educational Psychologist, Therapist, or SEN Teacher?

An outstanding specialist primary SEMH school in Reading, Berkshire is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with children aged 4-11, alongside on-site psychologists, therapists and counsellors, within a highly supportive and well-resourced setting.

About the Role

Position: Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday (8:30am-3:45pm)
Pay: 85- 105 per day
Location: Reading, Berkshire

You will provide consistent, child-centred support to pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to regulate emotions, manage behaviour, and access learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

Why This Role?

Work closely with qualified psychologists, therapists and counsellors
Opportunities to observe and shadow therapeutic sessions
Gain invaluable experience with mental health, behaviour support and SEN
Excellent stepping stone for aspiring Educational or Occupational Psychologists
Supportive mentoring and professional development

The Ideal Candidate
A graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or a related field (other degrees considered)
Passionate about supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs
Resilient, confident and calm when managing challenging behaviour
Proactive, adaptable and able to use initiative
Previous SEN or care experience is desirable but not essential

• (Experience can include schools, care work, youth work, volunteering, or personal experience)

If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant role and are available to start immediately, please contact Abi at Academics or apply directly to this advert.