Mental Health​/Behaviour Support

Are you a University graduate? Are you interested in supporting children with mental health challenges? Are you passionate about helping others, with a patient and encouraging approach?

A Specialist School in Reading is seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as a Mental Health & Behaviour Support Assistant. The school caters for children aged 4-16 who face social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, including attachment disorders, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and low self-esteem. Many of the pupils have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and therefore struggle in a mainstream environment.

• Encourage academic progress and provide emotional support.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviours caused by SEMH needs.
• Identify individual needs and triggers, and help guide students to overcome obstacles.
• Promote positive decision‑making, reducing anti‑social behaviours, and increase academic performance through trauma‑informed practices.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a supportive specialist environment. By engaging with restorative and trauma‑informed practices, you will build a strong foundation for a future career in Psychology, Therapy, Counselling, or Social Work.

• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Salary: £85 – £95 per day
• Location:
  
  Reading
• Hours:
  
  Mon‑Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Graduate Opportunity:
  Psychology, Criminology

Are you interested in this position? Apply today!