Mental Health Assistant - Reading

Mental Health Assistant – Reading

Full-Time | ASAP Start

Do you want to make a genuine difference in the mental health and wellbeing of young people?

A welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Reading is recruiting a Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and SEMH. This full-time role is ideal for anyone considering a future career in mental health, psychology, therapy, or education.

Key Details:

* Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Reading
• Salary: £89–£100 per day
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Age Range: Children and young people aged 3 to 19

The Mental Health Assistant Role:

* Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and mental health
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
• Helping students develop coping strategies and resilience
• Working closely with Teachers, Therapists, and SEN staff

This Mental Health Assistant role offers hands-on experience in a specialist environment and is a fantastic stepping stone for aspiring Psychologists, Therapists, Youth Workers, Teachers, or Social Workers.

If you’re compassionate, proactive, and ready to support young people who need it most — apply today.

To apply or learn more, contact Ed at Academics or apply directly via this advert.

Mental Health Assistant – Reading