Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist - Wokingham

Overview

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist role based in Wokingham, Berkshire. Full-time, ASAP start. Ideal for Psychology, Counselling or Criminology graduates seeking experience in Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and complex needs.

Responsibilities

Support SEMH pupils aged 4 to 11 in a specialist school with behavioural and mental health needs.Work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists; shadow sessions and learn on-site.Provide proactive, child-centred support; use initiative and demonstrate resilience when working with challenging behaviour.Qualifications

Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or a related field preferred; other subjects considered.Level 3 qualifications or higher required; a degree is highly desirable.Experience with SEN or SEMH settings is desirable but not essential.Details

Location: Wokingham, BerkshireHours: Full-time Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 3:00pmSalary: 85-100 per dayStart: ASAPNotes

The SEN school serves children aged 4 to 11 with SEMH. Candidates who are enthusiastic, adaptable and capable of using their own initiative are encouraged to apply. This role offers mentoring and the opportunity to learn from therapists and psychologists ..... full job details .....