Mental Health Support - Slough

NQT Education Sector:
Unspecified
Education Sector:
SEN Jobs
Education Role:
Specialist SEN Classroom Support Jobs
Region:
South East
Area:
Slough
Internal Vacancy?:
No
Subject:
Special Needs - SEN, Teaching Assistant
Employment Type:
Full Time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£85 to £100 per day
Salary Description:
£85 - £100 per day
Posted:
06-Mar-25
Recruiter:
Academics
Job Ref:
slough

Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant – Slough

Aspiring Educational Psychologist Role
Ideal for Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Looking to gain hands-on experience alongside trained therapists, counsellors, and psychologists?

A specialist school in Slough is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to provide academic, emotional, and behavioral support to students aged 8 to 18 with complex needs. This full-time role (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) offers a therapeutic approach to learning and the chance to receive training directly from professionals in the field.

What’s in it for you?

✅ Work alongside therapists and psychologists on-site
✅ Shadow professional therapy sessions and gain invaluable experience
✅ Develop skills in SEN and mental health support – perfect for aspiring educational psychologists, SEN teachers, or therapeutic support workers
✅ Competitive daily rate of £85-£100

Who we’re looking for:

🔹 Enthusiastic, caring, and resilient individuals ready to support children with complex SEMH needs
🔹 Graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
🔹 Someone open-minded and up for a rewarding challenge

If this Mental Health Assistant role in Slough sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now via this advert.

Contact Details:
Academics
Tel: 0118 214 5080
Contact: Abigail Ralph

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