Mental Health Assistant - Reading

Pay: £90.00 - £105.00/day Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their emotional wellbeing? Do you have experience working with children, young people or individuals with additional needs and want to develop your experience within education? A specialist SEN School in Reading is seeking a compassionate and committed Mental Health Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The school provides a supportive environment for pupils who may require additional help with their emotional wellbeing, behaviour and learning. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will provide individualised support to pupils throughout the school day, helping them feel settled, engaged and able to access their education. You will work closely with Teachers and support staff to understand individual needs and build positive relationships with pupils. This Mental Health Assistant role will involve: Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties Helping pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies Encouraging positive engagement with learning and classroom activities Building trusting and consistent relationships with pupils Supporting pupils who may experience anxiety, emotional difficulties or challenging behaviour Helping maintain a calm, safe and structured learning environment Working collaboratively with Teachers and wider support staff ASAP start Reading location with good transport linksThe school is looking for a Mental Health Assistant who is patient, empathetic and resilient, with a genuine interest in supporting young people's wellbeing. Experience within education, care, mental health or SEN would be advantageous, although relevant transferable experience will also be considered. This Mental Health Assistant position provides an excellent opportunity to gain further experience supporting children and young people within a specialist educational setting. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a positive difference to pupils' day-to-day lives, this Mental Health Assistant opportunity could be ideal for you. 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 - Reading - SEN School - ASAP Start Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy