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Youth mental health assistant - ReadingAre you looking to start a career in mental health or education? Do you strive to have a positive impact on young people struggling in education? Then this could be the perfect role for you.Academics are working with a brilliant specialist school that support young people aged 11-16 who struggle with their education due to various social, emotional, and mental health issues. The school, who are based in Reading, are looking for an attentive youth mental health assistant to join their wonderful team ASAP on a full-time basis. The staff here are passionate about preparing their students for life after education by helping them to grow their independence and confidence. As a youth mental health assistant, you would be working with experienced and dedicated staff to facilitate a positive and supportive learning environment.Key information for a Youth mental health Assistant:<ul><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Hours: Full-time, 08:30-15:00 (Term-time only)</li><li>Pay: 85- 100 per day (depending on experience)</li><li>Location: Reading</li></ul>What makes you a great fit for the youth mental health assistant role?<ul><li>You are passionate about working with vulnerable young people</li><li>You want to pursue a career in mental health or education</li></ul><ul><li>You hold a GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)</li></ul><ul><li>You can work well in a team and have excellent communication skills</li></ul><ul><li>You may have previous experience with SEN or in a care/support role with young people (preferred, not essential)</li></ul>What you can expect to do as a Youth mental health assistant:<ul><li>Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis in class and during interventions</li><li>Working with students to develop healthy coping strategies and emotional safety</li><li>Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure consistent, high-quality support</li><li>Monitoring progress and reporting back to a wider team in order to provide high-quality care</li><li>Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting students with their daily routines</li></ul>Academics is a trusted education recruitment agency with extensive experience in providing outstanding schools with brilliant staff.If you like the sound of the Youth mental health assistant position, then apply today and begin your journey in a rewarding and meaningful career.

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Mental Health Assistant - Psychology Graduate Opportunity Specialist School Headington Full-Time 85- 100/day ASAP StartAre you a psychology graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives? Do you aspire to work in mental health, therapy, or education?An Outstanding specialist school in Headington is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their supportive and experienced team. This is a long-term, full-time opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience working with children and young people who present with mental health challenges and complex co-occurring needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, and speech and language difficulties.You will be supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping them engage in their learning, manage emotions, and develop vital life skills. Each child has an individualised Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), and you'll play a key role in delivering tailored strategies that support emotional regulation, communication, and social development.This role as a Mental Health Assistant in ideal for: <ul><li>Psychology graduates seeking practical experience before pursuing further training in clinical psychology, educational psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or counselling.</li><li>Individuals with a passion for child and adolescent mental health (CAMHS) or special educational needs (SEN).</li><li>Graduates who want to work in a trauma-informed and nurturing school environment that promotes long-term outcomes for vulnerable learners.</li></ul>What you need to be considered for the role as a Mental Health Assistant: <ul><li>Empathy, patience, and a calm approach</li><li>A genuine interest in mental health and neurodiversity</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Resilience and a team-focused attitude</li></ul>Key Information: <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant </li><li>Headington</li><li>Psychology Graduates </li><li>ASAP Start </li><li> 85 - 100 per day </li><li>Long Term, Full Time Role </li><li>Term Time role </li></ul>Mental Health Assistant - Headington - Psychology Graduate Opportuntity - ASAP Start

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School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training- AylesburyAre you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist or mental health support worker?Role to start ASAP or September depending on your circumstances.Does catering for children with special educational and emotional needs appeal to you?Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?We are seeking a School Mental Health assistant to work within a SEND School in AylesburyWe are working with a Special Needs School in Aylesbury that is looking for support staff to start working with them from September, The school are particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.If you are passionate about working with children and additional needs and up for an exciting challenging, yet rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the school are looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.Interviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.These support roles are ideal for individuals looking for a support role within the education sector and will be ideal for anyone seeking a role as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-Aylesbury

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Mental Health Assistant - Psychology Graduate Opportunity Specialist School Slough Full-Time 85- 100/day ASAP StartAre you a psychology graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives? Do you aspire to work in mental health, therapy, or education?An Outstanding specialist school in Slough is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their supportive and experienced team. This is a long-term, full-time opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience working with children and young people who present with mental health challenges and complex co-occurring needs, including autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, and speech and language difficulties.You will be supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping them engage in their learning, manage emotions, and develop vital life skills. Each child has an individualised Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), and you'll play a key role in delivering tailored strategies that support emotional regulation, communication, and social development.This role as a Mental Health Assistant in ideal for: <ul><li>Psychology graduates seeking practical experience before pursuing further training in clinical psychology, educational psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or counselling.</li><li>Individuals with a passion for child and adolescent mental health (CAMHS) or special educational needs (SEN).</li><li>Graduates who want to work in a trauma-informed and nurturing school environment that promotes long-term outcomes for vulnerable learners.</li></ul>What you need to be considered for the role as a Mental Health Assistant: <ul><li>Empathy, patience, and a calm approach</li><li>A genuine interest in mental health and neurodiversity</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Resilience and a team-focused attitude</li></ul>Key Information: <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant </li><li>Slough </li><li>Psychology Graduates </li><li>ASAP Start </li><li> 85 - 100 per day </li><li>Long Term, Full Time Role </li><li>Term Time role </li></ul>Mental Health Assistant - Slough - Psychology Graduate Opportuntity - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant - Reading Aspiring Educational Psychologist OpportunityIdeal for Psychology / Counselling / Criminology Graduates ASAP Start Primary Phase 85- 100 per dayAre you passionate about supporting children with mental health needs? Would you love the opportunity to work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists while gaining valuable SEN experience?An outstanding specialist school in Reading, Berkshire, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4-11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex behaviours.This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology, Counselling or Criminology graduate (or a candidate with relevant experience) who is keen to build hands-on experience in a specialist setting - perfect for an aspiring educational psychologist, therapeutic support worker, or SEN teacher. About the Role: <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant</li><li>Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm)</li><li>ASAP start</li><li>Working closely with pupils with SEMH and complex needs</li><li>Collaborating with on-site psychologists, therapists, and specialist teachers</li><li>Supporting pupils both in class and through targeted interventions</li><li>Gaining invaluable experience shadowing therapy sessions and interventions</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate: A graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology (other related subjects considered) Level 3 qualifications or above preferred Confident, resilient, proactive, and able to use initiative Open-minded, patient and enthusiastic about supporting young people Previous experience working with children, young people or adults with SEN/SEMH (personal or professional) is desirable but not essentialInterested? Contact Abi at Academics today or apply directly via this advert - don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to launch your career in mental health and education.

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Mental Health Support Worker - Oxford Are you interested in supporting students with their mental health needs?A great opportunity has recently become available for a Mental Health Support Worker in a lovely school in Oxford. If you are interested in working with children who have struggles with their mental health then this is the perfect opportunity for you!The opportunity as a Mental Health Support Worker:This lovely inclusive school are looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual to come in with a positive attitude and uplift their students. This position is to start as soon as possible.Ideally the Mental Health Support Worker will be a graduate with a degree in psychology, criminology or sociology. Those with a background in sport, art or music are also encouraged to apply! a degree however is not essential and those with passion and a great work ethic are most welcome to apply!The role as a Youth Mental Health Worker: Your role as a Youth Mental Health Worker will be to provide support to students who are having a difficult time with processing and regulating their emotions. You will support them during the school day and encourage them to process their emotions in a healthy and positive way. You will mostly support these students in either small group settings or 1 to 1. While doing this, you will also support the class teacher with general class duties, such as ensuring the classroom is a safe and engaging environment, managing general classroom behaviour and providing general supervision.The successful Mental Health Support Worker: The successful Mental Health Support Worker will be passionate about mental health and an advocate for children who struggle with their emotions. You will be passionate, resilient and compassionate.Key Information: <ul><li>Mental Health Support Worker</li><li>Oxford</li><li>ASAP start</li><li> 85- 100 per day</li><li>Small class sizes</li><li>Term Time</li></ul>You can apply directly to this advert.Mental Health Support Worker - Oxford - ASAP start - Full time

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Role: School Counsellor Location: Slough Salary: £100 £200 per day (Will be paid to scale) Start Date: September 2025Support Student Wellbeing as a School Counsellor SloughGSL Education is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced School Counsellor to join one of our partner schools in Slough. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of students across the school community.Key Responsibilities: • Provide one-to-one and small group counselling sessions to students facing emotional or behavioural challenges • Work closely with SENCOs, pastoral staff, and external agencies to support individual wellbeing plans • Promote mental health awareness and resilience across the school • Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding protocols • Offer crisis support and early interventions when neededIdeal Candidate Will Have: • Relevant qualification in counselling or psychotherapy (e.g. BACP, UKCP, or equivalent) • Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or clinical setting • A sensitive, non-judgmental, and professional approach to student support • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through GSL Education)As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout West London and Berkshire.Please be advised that this role of a School Counsellor requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.For more information or to apply, contact:Umme HomairaOffice: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation!

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