Position Overview
Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant Turn Your Degree Into Something That Truly Matters Finished your psychology degree and wondering what's next? This could be exactly what you're looking for. We're searching for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist school in Reading, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. These young people are bright, resilient, and full of potential - but many have faced significant challenges in their lives and need the right support to help them succeed. No two days are the same in this role. It's fast-paced, rewarding, emotional, and genuinely life-changing - for both the students and for you. What You'll Be Doing You'll work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Your day-to-day could include: Helping students manage emotions and develop healthy coping strategies Building trusted relationships that give students confidence and stabili...