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Mental Health Assistant - September Start

Academics
Wokingham Full-time GBP 23,400 – 27,300
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Mental Health Assistant - September Start - Wokingham
Pay: £90.00 - £105.00 per day
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to support children and young people with mental health needs? Do you want to gain hands-on experience within a specialist educational setting?

A welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Wokingham is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates and experienced support workers interested in mental health, psychology, counselling, social work, or education.

As a Mental Health Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEN and SEMH needs, including anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, trauma-related difficulties, and emotional regulation challenges. The successful Mental Health Assistant will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to help pupils access learning and achieve positive outcomes.

This Mental Health Assistant role will involve:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs

  • Supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health development

  • Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils

  • Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation

  • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

  • September 2026 start

  • Wokingham location with excellent transport links

  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support provided

The school is looking for a caring, patient, and proactive Mental Health Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.

This highly respected setting offers a fantastic opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to gain valuable experience while making a meaningful difference to pupils' lives. The successful Mental Health Assistant will join a dedicated and supportive team committed to providing exceptional care and education.

If you would like to apply for this Mental Health Assistant role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert.

Academics is a leading education recruitment agency. Delivering continuity in the classroom.

Mental Health Assistant - September Start - Wokingham - SEN - SEMH

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