Mental Health Assistant - Specialist School
Wantage | £92-£105 per day | Full-Time | September Start
Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain valuable hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy or Mental Health?
A highly regarded specialist school in Wantage is looking for a Mental Health Assistant to support children and young people aged 3-19 with a range of complex additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Moderate, Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD/PMLD).
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a specialist, multidisciplinary environment, working alongside teachers, therapists and experienced support staff to help pupils develop their communication, emotional regulation, social skills, confidence and independence.
You'll support pupils both inside and outside the classroom, using specialist approaches to help them overcome barriers to learning and develop essential life skills. The school offers specialist learning environments, sensory facilities and a broad curriculum, providing excellent exposure to a wide range of complex needs and therapeutic approaches.
The role:
Supporting children and young people with complex SEN
Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive engagement
Developing communication, social and independence skills
Supporting sensory-based and practical activities
Building positive and trusting relationships
Working alongside teachers, therapists and specialist staff
Encouraging confidence, resilience and personal developmentThe ideal candidate:
Psychology Graduate or graduate from a related subject
Interested in pursuing Psychology, Therapy, Mental Health or SEN
Passionate about supporting children and young people
Patient, empathetic and resilient
Confident building positive relationships
Previous experience with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essentialWhy apply?
Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists and therapists
Work within a specialist education setting
Gain exposure to ASD and a wide range of complex learning needs
Learn from experienced teachers and therapeutic professionals
Develop practical skills in communication, behaviour and emotional regulation
Excellent opportunity for professional development
Make a genuine difference to children and young people's livesThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Psychology Graduate or aspiring therapist to gain meaningful experience within a specialist setting and develop a strong foundation for a future career in psychology, therapy, mental health or specialist education.
Mental Health Assistant - Psychology Graduate - Wantage - £92-£105 per day - September Start
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
