Mental Health Assistant - Reading

Mental Health Assistant - Reading £92 - £105 per day | Full-Time | September Start Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain invaluable experience supporting children with additional needs before pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Mental Health, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Teaching? This specialist setting is seeking a passionate and resilient Mental Health Assistant to support autistic children and young people aged 4-16 within a highly nurturing and therapeutic educational environment. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as associated social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties and sensory processing differences. The school prides itself on its personalised approach, small class sizes and strong therapeutic ethos, ensuring every student is supported to reach their full potential. The successful Mental Health Assistant will become part of a multidisciplinary team, working alongside specialist teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to help students develop confidence, independence, emotional regulation and positive relationships. Embedded therapeutic support and a whole-child approach are central to the school's philosophy. The Role:

Supporting autistic pupils both inside and outside the classroomWorking as a Mental Health Assistant to promote emotional wellbeing and positive engagementHelping students develop social, communication and life skillsSupporting pupils with sensory needs and emotional regulationBuilding strong, trusting relationships with young peopleWorking collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families Why This Opportunity?

Exceptional experience for aspiring psychologistsSpecialist autism setting with a strong therapeutic frameworkWork alongside experienced therapists and specialist educatorsSmall class sizes and personalised supportFantastic training and development opportunitiesGain experience supporting communication, behaviour, wellbeing and learning This Mental Health Assistant role offers an outstanding foundation for graduates looking to build a career in psychology, mental health or specialist education. If you're looking for a rewarding and meaningful Mental Health Assistant position where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become a Mental Health Assistant and take the next step towards a career supporting children and young people with additional needs. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.