Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading

Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Reading, Berkshire
Full-time | ASAP Start
£90-£110 per day

An outstanding specialist SEMH primary school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4-11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex behaviours.

This role is ideal for Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or related graduates who are considering a future career in Educational Psychology, therapeutic support, mental health, or SEN teaching.

The Role

Support pupils with SEMH and complex needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis
Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour support, and engagement in learning
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, counsellors, and psychologists
Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils

What the School Offers

Daily exposure to on-site therapists and educational psychologists
Mentoring and opportunities to shadow specialist professionals
Excellent hands-on experience with mental health and SEN
A supportive, child-centred, and specialist setting

Ideal Candidate

Graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or a related field are welcomed although not essential (other degrees considered)

Passionate about child mental health and SEN

Resilient, proactive, and confident supporting challenging behaviour

Experience with SEN or mental health (professional, voluntary, or personal) is desirable but not essential

Key Details

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant / Mental Health Assistant

Start: ASAP

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Location: Reading, Berkshire

If you are an aspiring Educational Psychologist or mental health professional looking to gain invaluable SEMH experience, this is an excellent opportunity to start your career
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed