Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support

Unlock the potential within every student while you work as a Mental Health Support Assistant in a lovely specialist school in Maidenhead!

• This warm and friendly school in Maidenhead are on the hunt for a Mental Health Support Assistant to come in and create a fun and engaging learning environment for their students.
• This is an environment where you will really make a difference and touch the lives of vulnerable children. If you are looking for a rewarding role, then apply now!
• The children that attend this school struggle with their mental health and anxiety and this can impact their education and ability to learn effectively.
• Not only do they struggle with coping with their emotions and mental health needs, they still need to get through the school day and ensure that they are meeting their goals. This is where your role as Mental Health Assistant comes in!
• You will support them with all their needs in the classroom and model healthy ways for them to cope with their emotions.
• While you will be supporting the children, you will have the support of the class teacher yourself!

Your day to day as a Mental Health Assistant:

• Providing support and assistance in 1 to 1 or in small group settings.
• You will take part in providing specific teaching techniques
• Reinforce any therapeutic techniques that the teacher has put in place to support the children

Those who have a degree in psychology or criminology will greatly benefit from this role and the experience it offers. Those with similar degrees are also encouraged to apply. If you don't have a degree, but are still looking to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Patience and a great attitude are important!

Qualities you need to be successful in your role as Mental Health Assistant:

• Calm, compassionate and kind
• Patient and determined to make a difference
• Take initiative well and have a positive attitude

This is amazign experience for aspiring educational psychologists

If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can flourish while also making a difference in the community, then this is the role for you!

Key information:

• Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant
• Maidenhead
• £90 - £110 per day
• ASAP Start
• Term time position
• Full Time
• Great travel links
• Fantastic opportunity for graduates

You can apply directly to this job advert if you are interested. Interviews will take place ASAP.

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead- Term time role - ASAP Start