Mental Health Assistant - Reading
Academics
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Salary
£95.00 to £105.00 an hour
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 November 2026
41 days leftJob description
Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist - Reading
£95-£105 per day | Immediate Start | Full-Time | Long-Term
Make a Difference to Young Minds and Build Your Future!
Are you a Psychology, Counselling, Education, Criminology or related graduate looking to gain meaningful experience? A welcoming primary school in Reading is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to join its specialist Resource Base.
This is an exciting opportunity to support children's emotional wellbeing while developing valuable experience for a future career in psychology, therapy or education.
Your Role: Supporting Emotional Wellbeing
As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll work with pupils from Reception to Year 6 who may experience:
- Autism and ADHD.
- Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties.
- Trauma-related behaviours.
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- Challenges with learning and social development.
You'll help children build resilience, manage emotions, develop confidence and form positive relationships in a safe, nurturing environment.
Role Details
- Location: Reading
- Pay: £95-£105 per day
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract: Full-time, long-term
Working as a Mental Health Assistant gives you the opportunity to collaborate with teachers, SEN specialists and therapeutic professionals while gaining insight into trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.
You'll develop essential skills in communication, behaviour support, emotional regulation and child development, making this an excellent stepping stone for aspiring therapists and psychology graduates.
Whether your ambitions lie in counselling, educational psychology, teaching, youth work or social care, this experience can help you take the next step.
We're seeking a Mental Health Assistant who is empathetic, patient, resilient and passionate about supporting children through challenges.
If you're eager to learn, build meaningful connections and positively influence children's lives, this could be the perfect opportunity.
If you're an aspiring Mental Health Assistant looking to gain hands-on experience in Reading, apply today or contact Freddie Tustin on for a confidential conversation.
Take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Mental Health Assistant and make a lasting difference to children's wellbeing!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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First seen
18 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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