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Mental Health Assistant - Slough Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with complex learning disabilities? Are you considering a future career in education, SEN support, or mental health?We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist school in Slough that caters to children with a range of complex learning difficulties, including autism, global developmental delay, and communication needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work closely with students who require consistent, patient, and compassionate support.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping children access learning, manage their emotions, and build confidence in a safe and structured environment.Your Role as a Mental Health Assistant:<ul><li>Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex learning disabilities</li><li>Assist in delivering individualised learning and behaviour plans</li><li>Promote emotional wellbeing and independence through daily interactions</li><li>Support non-verbal communication and sensory regulation strategies</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li>A degree in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or related experience</li><li>A strong interest in supporting children with additional needs</li><li>Adaptability, resilience, and a proactive attitude</li><li>Experience with autism, non-verbal communication, or sensory needs is desirable but not essential</li></ul>Working as a Mental Health Assistant in this setting offers an excellent foundation for careers in special education, therapy, and support work. You'll gain invaluable, hands-on experience supporting children with a wide range of learning and communication needs.

Mental Health Assistant - Slough

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your clinical career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider clinical network that meets regularly for training &amp; development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist assessments and interventions fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced clinical offer through supporting the growth of colleagues, apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Lead Clinician Location: Claystone School - Bedfordshire LU1 4LLSalary: £50,000 - £60, 000 Pro-rata, DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pmContract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise <ul><li>WE LISTEN. We never assume. </li><li>WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. </li><li>WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. </li></ul>Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Lead Clinician to manage our in-house Clinical Team at Claystone School based in Bedfordshire. The postholder will work collaboratively with both the school's Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Regional Clinical Lead. The role will be split between clinically leading the team and holding a therapy caseload. Working collaboratively with the team, the postholder will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our students who may present with complex profiles of need as a result of autism and other types of neurodivergence, developmental trauma and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Meeting the needs of EHCP plans will be a primary focus in this role, target led, via the OFG 'all', 'group' and 'individual' clinical ways of working, embedded into our clinical practice. They will also be responsible for coordinating the line management of the members of the onsite clinical team and leading on the service development of the clinical school-based service, alongside the school SLT and Regional Clinical Lead. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Lead Clinician who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Claystone School - Bedfordshire LU1 4LL - Claystone School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children aged 4 - 11<ul><li> Welcome to Claystone School </li><li> Education - Options Autism </li></ul>For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: <ul><li>BSc or MSc in Speech &amp; Language Therapy or OT with registration as a SaLT with HCPC and RCSLT </li><li>Valid and up to date professional Registration &amp; membership of professional body e.g. BPS </li><li>Experience within the specialist client group; working with autistic individuals and/or those with complex needs. </li><li>Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities </li><li>Experience of providing supervision and supporting a therapy team </li><li>Ability to work independently </li><li>Ability to work dynamically and within a growing and developing clinical service </li><li>Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated specialty preferred </li></ul>Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: <ul><li>Life Assurance </li><li>Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions </li><li>"Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks </li><li> You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit </li><li>Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. </li><li>A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits </li><li>100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad </li><li>Cycle to Work Schemes </li><li>Electric Car Purchase Scheme </li><li>Critical illness cover </li></ul>At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. Job Ref: 290156

Lead Clinician

Creative Support is a not-for-profit provider of care and support to people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, autism spectrum conditions, and older people. We are recruiting Mental Health Recovery Workers for our Mental Health Supported Accommodation Services situated in Reading. We are looking for motivated, resourceful individuals who are committed to providing person centred support to people with mental health needs. Your role will include: <ul> <li>Developing daily living skills and accessing educational, vocational and leisure activities with service users</li><li>Building confidence, self-esteem, hope and positive coping skills in service users</li><li>Developing with the individual Person-Centred Support Plans aimed at recovery, happiness, health and achieving of service user goals and aspirations</li><li>Implementing guidelines and risk management plans and working positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos</li></ul> Previous experience working with service users with mental health needs is essential for our Relief Support Worker roles. As a Creative Support Bank Staff member, you will have access to our free app which allows you to pick up shifts in any area of the country, provides information on the service and shifts as well as directions. You will be paid on a weekly basis. Vacancy Reference Number:87508 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Relief Recovery Support Worker

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury Aylesbury Start Date: October 2025 Are you a recent or soon-to-be Psychology or Criminology graduate with ambitions to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Support Worker? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children with special educational needs and mental health challenges? We are currently working with a forward-thinking primary school in Aylesbury that is seeking passionate and motivated graduates to join their team as Mental Health Assistants from October 2025. About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school environment that supports children with a range of needs, including: <ul> <li>Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties</li><li>Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)</li><li>Behavioural challenges</li></ul> As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help students achieve both academically and emotionally. What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A degree (or expected degree) in Psychology or Criminology</li><li>A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs</li><li>A commitment to working full-time for at least 12 months - consistency is key for these students</li><li>Any prior experience working with children (formally or informally) is beneficial, but not essential</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a proactive mindset</li></ul> Why Apply? <ul> <li>Ideal stepping-stone for aspiring Psychologists and Therapists</li><li>Gain invaluable experience working in an SEN/SEMH setting</li><li>Work in a supportive, collaborative school environment</li><li>Full-time role starting October 2025</li><li>Interviews ongoing - early applications encouraged!</li></ul> Interested?Apply now or contact Anthony at Academics for more information. This is a fantastic opportunity for Psychology and Criminology graduates looking to make a real impact while building a solid foundation for a future career in mental health or education. Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant

Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - High Wycombe Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to build a career supporting children with additional needs? Do you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Support Worker? Would you like to gain hands-on experience in a school setting that supports pupils with a range of social, emotional, and mental health needs? Mental Health Assistant - Graduate Opportunity We are working with a forward-thinking primary school in High Wycombe that is seeking several graduate Teaching Assistants to join their team ASAP or after October half term. This is a full-time, long-term role ideal for graduates looking to gain relevant, paid experience before progressing into further study or professional training. The school is particularly keen to hear from Psychology or Criminology graduates who are passionate about mental health, special educational needs, and child development. Key Details: <ul> <li>Role: Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant</li><li>Location: High Wycombe</li><li>Start Date: ASAP/ October half term</li><li>Contract: Full-time, long-term (minimum 12 months)</li><li>Focus Areas: SEMH, Autism, Behavioural Needs, Emotional Regulation</li><li>Ideal for: Psychology / Criminology graduates</li></ul> What You'll Be Doing: <ul> <li>Supporting students with Social, Emotional &amp; Mental Health (SEMH) needs</li><li>Assisting in the classroom and running small group or one-to-one interventions</li><li>Building positive relationships and offering consistent, structured support</li><li>Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other specialists</li><li>Gaining practical experience that supports your future career in psychology, education, or therapy</li></ul> Who We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A recent or soon-to-be graduate (Psychology, Criminology or related field)</li><li>A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs</li><li>Some experience with children (e.g., in schools, youth work, volunteering) is helpful but not essential</li><li>Committed to working with the school for at least one academic year</li><li>Resilient, empathetic, and motivated to make a difference</li></ul> Why Apply? <ul> <li>Fantastic opportunity to gain practical mental health and SEN experience</li><li>Ideal preparation for a career in psychology or education</li><li>Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive school environment</li><li>Make a lasting impact on young learners who need consistent, nurturing support</li></ul> Apply Now If you're ready to start your journey in education or mental health, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Graduate Mental Health Assistant position. Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - High Wycombe

Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - High Wycombe

Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading ASAP Start - Full-time Position Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing? An inclusive and forward-thinking SEN and SEMH school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their dedicated team. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. You will be working with students aged 5 to 19 who may have Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma-related behaviours, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with their emotional regulation, self-esteem, behaviour, and engagement in learning. Key Details: <ul> <li>Role: Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Location: Reading</li><li>Salary: £89-£100 per day</li><li>Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm</li><li>Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, Education, or Criminology graduates, or anyone passionate about mental health and child development</li></ul> As a Mental Health Assistant you will help implement therapeutic and trauma-informed practises within the classroom setting to help students manage anxiety and build confidence. You will work closely with SEN professionals, therapists and teachers to ensure consistent care and create a safe, calm and nurturing environment for students to thrive. This Mental Health Assistant role is perfect for aspiring Psychologists, Youth Workers, Therapists, Teachers, or Social Workers looking to gain hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting. You'll receive full training and support from a highly experienced team committed to inclusive education and emotional wellbeing. If you are empathetic, resilient, and motivated to make a lasting impact on young lives - apply now! Apply directly via this advert or contact Ed at Academics for more information. Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist - Reading

Mental Health Assistant/Aspiring Therapist - Reading

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury Aylesbury Start Date: October 2025Are you a recent or soon-to-be Psychology or Criminology graduate with ambitions to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Support Worker?Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children with special educational needs and mental health challenges?We are currently working with a forward-thinking primary school in Aylesbury that is seeking passionate and motivated graduates to join their team as Mental Health Assistants from October 2025.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school environment that supports children with a range of needs, including:<ul><li>Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties</li><li>Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)</li><li>Behavioural challenges</li></ul>As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help students achieve both academically and emotionally. What We're Looking For:<ul><li>A degree (or expected degree) in Psychology or Criminology</li><li>A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs</li><li>A commitment to working full-time for at least 12 months - consistency is key for these students</li><li>Any prior experience working with children (formally or informally) is beneficial, but not essential</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a proactive mindset</li></ul> Why Apply?<ul><li>Ideal stepping-stone for aspiring Psychologists and Therapists</li><li> Gain invaluable experience working in an SEN/SEMH setting</li><li>Work in a supportive, collaborative school environment</li><li>Full-time role starting October 2025</li><li>Interviews ongoing - early applications encouraged!</li></ul>Interested? Apply now or contact Anthony at Academics for more information.This is a fantastic opportunity for Psychology and Criminology graduates looking to make a real impact while building a solid foundation for a future career in mental health or education.Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury

Are you a Forensic Psychologist in Training looking to finish your core roles in a different environment or about to enrol in your training and want to work for a fixed term? If so, join Chadwick Lodge as a Forensic Psychologist in Training. Join the friendly and supportive team of qualified, 'in training' and Assistant Psychologists, each of whom work within a variety of different psychological frameworks and modalities. The team also includes a CBT Therapist and DBT Nurse Specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for you to demonstrate competency in the core areas required to qualify as a Forensic Psychologist, receiving supervision from a Chartered Forensic Psychologist. You will be working in the male forensic services, which encompass medium and low secure care for service users. There will be opportunity to utilise a variety of therapeutic approaches to aid rehabilitation for individuals who have complex needs and require help to manage their internal processes in a safer way, whilst working towards rehabilitation. In particular the role will involve contribution towards our MDT team based DBT informed approach to treatment of men with acute mental illness. Working as Trainee Psychologist in our team, you will have your own case load, under supervision and will support with conducting assessments and facilitating group and individual therapeutic sessions across the male services. You will also be supporting and contributing to risk assessments, collection and analysis of data, and representing Psychology in multi-disciplinary clinical meetings. You will support in co-facilitating workshops and training delivered across the hospital. You will also be supported to maintain your personal and professional development. We are committed to evaluating the effectiveness of our treatment programmes to ensure patients are receiving the required treatment, and there is encouragement to engage in Research projects. Chadwick lodge has links to both Birmingham and Nottingham Universities and is experienced at supporting Psychologists in Training. This is an on-site position, and full time hours (37.5 per week) are preferable, although those seeking part-time hours or some flexible working arrangements will be considered. Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Holding a caseload of clinical work, including carrying out individual and group psychological intervention and developing formulations.</li><li>Undertaking collaborative risk assessment and management for individual patients</li><li>Undertaking psychological assessments and their write up using appropriate psychometric measures, direct and indirect observations, and semi-structured interviews, under appropriate supervision.</li><li>Attending relevant meetings to contribute to the planning and development of service improvements.</li><li>Managing and maintaining databases.</li><li>Assisting with audits and research projects where required.</li><li>Attending reflective practice sessions.</li><li>Supporting qualified members of staff within the service on a day to day basis.</li><li>Maintaining highest standards of clinical governance, ethical practice, and data protection.</li></ul> To be successful in this role, you'll need: <ul> <li>A BPS accredited recognised Masters degree in Forensic Psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR)</li><li>Previous experience within clinical and / or forensic settings</li><li>Clear professional goals for development</li><li>A willingness to meet professional practice expectations and the regulatory body codes of ethics</li></ul> The successful candidate will ideally have some experience in risk assessment and the delivery of different therapeutic models that support service users towards recovery (i.e. CBT, CFT, Schema or DBT). However Elysium Healthcare is dedicated to individual development, and provides excellent training opportunities if required. What you will get: <ul> <li>Annual salary of £29,969</li><li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave - plus your birthday off!</li><li>Free meals and parking</li><li>Wellbeing support and activities</li><li>Career development and training</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Life Assurance</li></ul> Where you will be working: Chadwick Lodge, part of Elysium Healthcare, offers medium and low secure services providing specialist assessment and treatment for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983, amended 2007) and have a history of offending behaviour. We also offer an Acute service for men requiring specialist support, and a locked rehabilitation intensive Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) service for women with a diagnosis of Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD). About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable, and agile company with a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 70 services across England and Wales, providing services including: Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is an opportunity for you to grow and move with Elysium. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Forensic Psychologist in Training- Maternity cover up to 1 year

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant - Wantage An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom! This highly regarded specialist school look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who have a primary diagnosis of Autism. Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones! Your role as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics. The successful Mental Health Teaching Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also confident. You will take initiative well and be able to adapt your approach to match the needs of the children. Some children in the class will need extra support. Some may have learning difficulties and need help to stay on track with their tasks. Experience working with children will be beneficial, but not essential. Personality is most important. If you are confident and bubbly then this school wants to hear from you! Individuals who are working towards a career in psychology, education or any other related field are most welcome to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children. Key information: <ul> <li>Psychology Graduate</li><li>Mental Health Teaching Assistant </li><li>Wantage</li><li>Training Provided </li><li>£83 - £100 per day</li><li>Term time only</li><li>Small class sizes</li><li>Good travel links</li><li>ASAP Start </li></ul> Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Wantage - ASAP Start

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