Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading
Mental Health Assistant – Aspiring Psychologist – Reading
ASAP Start – Full-Time Role
Are you an aspiring Psychologist looking to gain real-world experience supporting children with mental health and emotional needs?
A specialist SEN and SEMH school in Reading is looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges. This role is ideal for graduates seeking practical experience before pursuing further training in Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychology.
In this Mental Health Assistant role, you’ll provide 1:1 and small group support, help pupils manage emotions and behaviours, and assist in delivering therapeutic and wellbeing-focused interventions. You’ll work closely with psychologists, SENCOs, and pastoral teams in a school that prioritises mental health and staff development.
Key Details
* Role: Mental Health Assistant – Aspiring Psychologist
• Location: Reading
• Salary: £89–£100 per day
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology graduates
• Experience: Not essential – passion and resilience are key
This Mental Health Assistant role provides outstanding exposure to emotional regulation strategies, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour support, making it an ideal foundation for future postgraduate training.
Apply now to take the next step toward a career in psychology.
Mental Health Assistant – Aspiring Psychologist – Reading
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