Student Mental Health Assistant - Reading
Full Time - RG30
Are you looking for a fulfilling job supporting students facing mental health challenges?
Could you be a role model for students needing guidance?
We are working alongside a fantastic school based in Reading to find passionate individuals to join their team as a Student Mental Health Assistant in October 2024. The school provides education and support to students aged 5-19 years old who are not able to access mainstream education.
The school are looking for a Student Mental Health Assistant to provide the students with consistent guidance and encouragement to help them reach their full potential. The students at the school hugely benefit from concentrated assistance throughout the school day, so a majority of the Student Mental Health Assistant's role is performed on a 1-1 basis.
The Student Mental Health Assistant's main responsibilities will be:
- Providing a safe space for students to express themselves
- Helping students maintain focus on tasks at hand
- Assisting in therapeutic interventions
- Helping students develop social communication skills
- Collaborating with class teachers to tailor education health care plans
The Student Mental Health Assistant will benefit from:
- Free parking on-site
- Full training provided
- Career development opportunities
- Guidance from on-site professionals
This role is a brilliant opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience supporting vulnerable children and promoting young people's mental wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting young children in a professional or familial setting.
If the Student Mental health Assistant role sounds of interest to you, APPLY TODAY!