Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs? A specialist SEMH school in Reading, Berkshire is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis, supporting students aged 11-16.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting, making a real difference to the lives of young people while developing valuable skills for a future career in education, psychology, therapy, or mental health.
As a Mental Health Assistant, you will:
Support students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
Assist with group therapy sessions, wellbeing activities, and recreational programmes
Encourage students to follow personalised support plans and daily routines
Provide consistent emotional support, encouragement, and positive role modelling
Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and rewarding SEMH environmentWho we're looking for:
Experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
A caring, empathetic, and compassionate approach
Strong communication and active listening skills
Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Emotional maturity and a genuine passion for helping othersPrevious experience working with children is highly desirable, whether through schools, sports coaching, youth work, care, or voluntary roles. If you're looking to build a career in education or mental health, this could be the perfect next step.
Job Details:
Job Title: Mental Health Assistant
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Setting: Specialist SEMH School
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £90-£110 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Contract: Full-timeIf you're ready to make a meaningful impact and gain invaluable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your application directly through this advert.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Salary description
£90.00 - £110.00 per day