Mental Health Assistant – Support Young People in Maidenhead

About the role

The school is looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to work with children and young people aged 4‑18 who experience social, emotional and behavioural challenges. You will join a therapeutic team and receive extensive training while supporting pupils to engage in learning and develop emotional regulation skills.

Key responsibilities

• Assist students with daily emotional and behavioural needs in classroom and playground settings.
• Support the implementation of therapeutic interventions under the guidance of psychologists and SEN professionals.
• Help develop and deliver activities that promote confidence, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and liaise with teachers and therapists.

Required profile

• Recent graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or a related field.
• Strong empathy, resilience and a proactive attitude.
• Interest in child development, mental health and special educational needs.

Required skills

• Excellent communication and listening abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic understanding of mental health concepts and therapeutic approaches.

What we offer

• Full‑time, Monday‑Friday schedule (8:30 am‑3:30 pm).
• Comprehensive training, mentoring and professional development.
• Opportunity to shadow qualified psychologists, therapists and SEN specialists.
• Competitive daily rate of £90‑£110.