https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--fffb565a-386c-406e-9919-a5cc45fbd176 RSS feed for Mental Health Assistant- Reading at Academics. en-gb Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:03:11 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--fffb565a-386c-406e-9919-a5cc45fbd176 https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-reading-academics--fffb565a-386c-406e-9919-a5cc45fbd176 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Reading | Salary: £90 - £110/day | Type: Permanent | Mental Health Assistant - SEMH School - Reading Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs? A specialist SEMH school in Reading, Berkshire is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis, supporting students aged 11-16. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting, making a real difference to the lives of young people while developing valuable skills for a future career in education, psychology, therapy, or mental health. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will: Support students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs Assist with group therapy sessions, wellbeing activities, and recreational programmes Encourage students to follow personalised support plans and daily routines Provide consistent emotional support, encouragement, and positive role modelling Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and rewarding SEMH environment Who we''re looking for: Experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable individuals A caring, empathetic, and compassionate approach St... Permanent