Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading

Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant - ReadingAspiring Educational Psychologist OpportunityIdeal for Psychology / Counselling / Criminology Graduates ASAP Start Primary Phase 85- 100 per dayAre you passionate about supporting children with mental health needs? Would you love the opportunity to work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists while gaining valuable SEN experience?An outstanding specialist school in Reading, Berkshire, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4-11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex behaviours.This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology, Counselling or Criminology graduate (or a candidate with relevant experience) who is keen to build hands-on experience in a specialist setting - perfect for an aspiring educational psychologist, therapeutic support worker, or SEN teacher.About the Role:Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching AssistantFull-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm)ASAP startWorking closely with pupils with SEMH and complex needsCollaborating with on-site psychologists, therapists, and specialist teachersSupporting pupils both in class and through targeted interventionsGaining invaluable experience shadowing therapy sessions and interventionsThe Ideal Candidate:A graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology (other related subjects considered)Level 3 qualifications or above preferredConfident, resilient, ..... full job details .....