Mental Health Assistant - Newbury

Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist

Full-Time | ASAP Start | -95105 per day | Newbury

Turn your degree into meaningful experience

Are you a graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Education, Criminology or a related subject? A supportive primary school in Newbury is looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to join its specialist Resource Base.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEN and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The role

As a Mental Health Assistant, you''ll support pupils from Reception to Year 6 who may experience:

• Autism and ADHD
• Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
• Trauma-related behaviours
• SEMH needs
• Barriers to learning and social development

You''ll help pupils manage emotions, build resilience, develop confidence and form positive relationships.

Key details

• Role: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Newbury
• Pay: -95105 per day
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Start: ASAP
• Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

What you''ll gain

As a Mental Health Assistant, you''ll work alongside teachers, SEN professionals and therapeutic staff, gaining valuable experience with supportive and trauma-informed approaches.

The role offers a strong foundation for a Mental Health Assistant looking to progress into psychology, therapy, teaching, youth work or social care.

If you''re a dedicated Mental Health Assistant ready to develop your skills while making a genuine difference, apply today or contact Freddie Tustin on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.