https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--27a225d3-1ca9-4655-842d-5091a2102e20 RSS feed for Mental Health Assistant - Reading at Academics. en-gb Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:27:36 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--27a225d3-1ca9-4655-842d-5091a2102e20 https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--27a225d3-1ca9-4655-842d-5091a2102e20 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Reading | Salary: £90 - £105/day | Type: Permanent | Mental Health Assistant - Reading Pay: -90.00 - -105.00/day Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their emotional wellbeing? Do you have experience working with children, young people or individuals with additional needs and want to develop your experience within education? A specialist SEN School in Reading is seeking a compassionate and committed Mental Health Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The school provides a supportive environment for pupils who may require additional help with their emotional wellbeing, behaviour and learning. As a Mental Health Assistant , you will provide individualised support to pupils throughout the school day, helping them feel settled, engaged and able to access their education. You will work closely with Teachers and support staff to understand individual needs and build positive relationships with pupils. This Mental Health Assistant role will involve: Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies Encouraging positive engagement wit... Permanent