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We are currently looking for a Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around Luton eager to build a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or the education and training sector? This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers you the perfect launchpad to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs - all while setting you on a clear career pathway toward clinical roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist.Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical CareersLocation: LutonContract: Full-Time Long-TermStart Date: ImmidiateSalary: £460-£500 per weekSector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and TrainingYou'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi-disciplinary team in Luton.Why Join Us?<ul><li>Gain essential clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate qualifications</li><li>Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy</li><li>Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students'</li><li>Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs</li><li>Join a supportive, trauma-informed care team focused on innovation and growth</li></ul>Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant Based in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Luton, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions</li><li>Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation</li><li>Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists</li><li>Supporting students' academic and personal growth</li><li>Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive</li></ul>Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant:<ul><li>Clinical or Educational Psychology</li><li>Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>Specialist Teaching and SEN Education</li><li>Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention</li></ul>Who We're Looking For<ul><li>Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines</li><li>Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people</li><li>Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care</li><li>Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential</li><li>Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient</li></ul>If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, this role in Luton offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

Mental Health Assistant - ThatchamASAP Start - Full-Time OpportunityAre you passionate about mental health and supporting young people with complex emotional needs?A nurturing and inclusive SEN and SEMH school in Thatcham is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to provide essential wellbeing, behavioural, and learning support to children and young people.This full-time Mental Health Assistant role is perfect for individuals with experience or interest in Psychology, Mental Health, Counselling, Youth Work, or therapeutic education. You'll be a key figure in helping students regulate emotions, build resilience, and engage positively in their learning.Key Details<ul><li>Role: Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Location: Thatcham</li><li>Salary: £89-£100 per day</li><li>Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm</li><li>Start: ASAP</li></ul>What the Mental Health Assistant role Involves<ul><li>Supporting pupils with anxiety, trauma, Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs</li><li>Delivering 1:1 and small group emotional regulation sessions</li><li>Helping implement therapeutic and behaviour support strategies</li><li>Promoting wellbeing, social skills, and self-esteem</li><li>Working closely with mental health practitioners, SEN staff, and teachers</li></ul>This Mental Health Assistant role in Thatcham offers extensive training and ongoing support, making it the perfect stepping stone for a career in mental health, therapy, education, or youth support.If you are compassionate, proactive, and ready to make a positive impact, apply today.Mental Health Assistant - Thatcham

Mental Health Assistant

Mental Health Assistant - WokinghamASAP Start - Full-Time RoleAre you passionate about children's mental health and eager to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people?A highly supportive and inclusive SEN school in Wokingham is seeking a caring and proactive Mental Health Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for those hoping to build careers in Child Psychology, Mental Health Support, Counselling, SEN Education, or social care.As a Mental Health Assistant you will support students who may have Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, anxiety, trauma backgrounds, and difficulties with emotional regulation. Working 1:1 and in small groups, you will help deliver wellbeing strategies, promote positive behaviour, and provide calm, consistent emotional support throughout the school day.You will also collaborate with mental health practitioners, behaviour specialists, and teachers to ensure a holistic, person-centred approach to each child's progress and wellbeing.Key Details<ul><li>Role: Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Location: Wokingham</li><li>Salary: £89-£100 per day</li><li>Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm</li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Ideal for: Aspiring Psychologists, Counsellors, Therapists, Youth Workers, or those with experience supporting mental health</li></ul>This Mental Health Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in mental health support within a nurturing school environment committed to inclusion and therapeutic practice.Apply now to begin your rewarding journey supporting children's mental health in Wokingham!Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham

Mental Health Assistant - WokinghamASAP Start - Full-Time RoleAre you passionate about children's mental health and eager to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people?A highly supportive and inclusive SEN school in Wokingham is seeking a caring and proactive Mental Health Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for those hoping to build careers in Child Psychology, Mental Health Support, Counselling, SEN Education, or social care.As a Mental Health Assistant you will support students who may have Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, anxiety, trauma backgrounds, and difficulties with emotional regulation. Working 1:1 and in small groups, you will help deliver wellbeing strategies, promote positive behaviour, and provide calm, consistent emotional support throughout the school day.You will also collaborate with mental health practitioners, behaviour specialists, and teachers to ensure a holistic, person-centred approach to each child's progress and wellbeing.Key Details<ul><li>Role: Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Location: Wokingham</li><li>Salary: 89- 100 per day</li><li>Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm</li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Ideal for: Aspiring Psychologists, Counsellors, Therapists, Youth Workers, or those with experience supporting mental health</li></ul>This Mental Health Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in mental health support within a nurturing school environment committed to inclusion and therapeutic practice.Apply now to begin your rewarding journey supporting children's mental health in Wokingham!Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham

Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire Salary: £85 - £100 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: ASAPJoin a well-respected specialist school in Maidenhead dedicated to supporting children with complex learning disabilities. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.We're looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges, and other complex needs. This role offers invaluable hands-on experience helping students overcome barriers to learning and build essential life skills.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will deliver 1:1 and small group support, assist with personalised learning and behaviour plans, and promote emotional wellbeing and independence. You'll work in a collaborative, supportive team committed to creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.The ideal candidate will have a background in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or relevant experience, alongside patience, resilience, and a passion for making a real difference to children's lives.This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a leading special education setting and grow your career as a Mental Health Assistant.If you want to be part of a school that truly puts its pupils first, apply now to join as a Mental Health Assistant in Maidenhead.

Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead

Mental Health Assistant - HeadingtonAspiring Therapist role Are you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues in schools?Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Headington are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Mental Health Assistant will be a Graduate - relevant degrees include Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered! A degree is however not a necessity. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Headington and the role is full-time starting ASAP. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. This is a fantstic opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist or Educational Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Headington</li><li> 85- 100 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3pm </li></ul>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.Mental Health Assistant - Headington - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist - Headington

Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire Salary: 85 - 100 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: ASAPJoin a well-respected specialist school in Maidenhead dedicated to supporting children with complex learning disabilities. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.We're looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges, and other complex needs. This role offers invaluable hands-on experience helping students overcome barriers to learning and build essential life skills.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will deliver 1:1 and small group support, assist with personalised learning and behaviour plans, and promote emotional wellbeing and independence. You'll work in a collaborative, supportive team committed to creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.The ideal candidate will have a background in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or relevant experience, alongside patience, resilience, and a passion for making a real difference to children's lives.This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a leading special education setting and grow your career as a Mental Health Assistant.If you want to be part of a school that truly puts its pupils first, apply now to join as a Mental Health Assistant in Maidenhead.

Mental Health Assistant - ReadingFull-Time Role - ASAP StartAre you motivated by helping young people build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing?A nurturing and forward-thinking SEN &amp; 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 &amp; Social Care graduates, as well as anyone aspiring to work in therapeutic education or child mental health.Key Details:<ul><li>Role: Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Location: Reading</li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Salary: 89- 100 per day</li><li>Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm</li></ul>As a Mental Health Assistant, you will:<ul><li>Support students 1:1 and in small groups with emotional regulation and coping strategies</li><li>Help create a calm and nurturing learning environment</li><li>Work alongside teachers, SEN specialists, and mental health practitioners</li><li>Assist students in building social skills, resilience, and confidence</li><li>Contribute to tailored behaviour and wellbeing plans</li></ul>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

Mental Health Assistant - Tilehurst A fantastic opportunity has recently popped up for a mental health assistant to join a supportive team in a specialist school in Tilehurst.The students in this setting have all been identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). They are between the ages of 4 and 11 and have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences. These experience have led them to have mental health struggles, which contributes to nervous system dysregulation. This lovely school are looking for people to come in and support their students in processing their thoughts and feelings and regulating their emotions.The class teacher have specialized interventions, designed to meet the needs of the children and meet them where they are. The interventions are in place to build upon their skills, promote their independence and promote their overall mental health and wellbeing.This mental health school are based in Oxford and offer their students the best help they can, but they are looking to add someone to their team who can facilitate a high level of care and compassion for their students.Individuals who would do really well in a role like this would have the following qualities:<ul><li>Compassionate</li><li>Patient</li><li>Have a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding</li><li>Have a positive attitude</li></ul>This is a great route for people who are looking to embark on a career that joins together mental health, psychology and education. Psychology graduates, criminology graduates and those with backgrounds in art, music or sport are especially encouraged to apply.Experience in a role like this would be beneficial to any career you plan to embark on.Key information<ul><li>Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Tilehurst</li><li> 85 - 100 per day</li><li>ASAP Start </li><li>Great opportunity for psychology graduates </li><li>Psychology meets education </li><li>Great travel links </li></ul>If you would like to interview or trial, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted should you be short-listed.Mental Health Assistant - Tilehurst - ASAP Start - Psychology Graduates

Mental Health Assistant - Tilehurst

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Oxford 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. They also struggle with other co-existing needs, that impact their learning. Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy into their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, making sure they are able to achieve their milestones!Your role as a Mental Health 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 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 Assistant </li><li>Oxford </li><li>Training Provided </li><li> 85 - 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 Assistant - Oxford - ASAP Start

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