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Mental Health Assistant/Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead Aspiring Educational Psychologist role Great for Psychology/Counselling/Criminology Graduates! ASAP Start Are you interested in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues? Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An incredible specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Maidenhead are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support the academic learning, emotional wellbeing and behaviour of these students. The SEN School is in Maidenhead and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2025. The SEN children are aged 8 to 18 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. The school employ a therapeutic approach so will offer a range of training to the mental health assistant appointed. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. Graduates in a relative field would be desirable too (e.g. Psychology, Counselling, Criminology etc). This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for the mental health assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. Overall the school are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring and resilient Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist Social and Emotional Mental Health Support ASAP Start Maidenhead 85- 100 per day Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3.30pm Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates The SEN children in this school require a mental health assistant who understands their complex needs, is open-minded and up for a challenge. If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert. Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead - ASAP Start

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with severe learning difficulties, complex needs and autism. No previous experience is required. Interviews are now taking place. The School: This school is located in Birmingham with pupils aged 11-19, who require the support of a specialised curriculum to enable them to thrive and reach their full potential. This Learning Support Assistant role is an excellent opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, expanding your knowledge and skillset. This role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting - career progression routes include SEN Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology routes. Job Role and Responsibilities: Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students Behaviour and pastoral support Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Ensure safeguarding of students Start date ASAP, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students 88.94 - 95 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only No previous experience is required If you have a Psychology / Criminology / Social Science degree, it's an excellent use of your degree You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Apply now or contact Mitchell Round at Academics Ltd: (phone number removed) (url removed) Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate

Blue Skies Education are working in partnership with a very special school that offers education provisions to CYP's (children and young people) with behavioural and mental health profiles. The CYP's at this provision do not attend mainstream school as they present behaviours that challenge and whom need additional support and care in their school life that cannot be facilitated for in a masintream setting. Often the CYP's at this provision will have a background of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, some may be engaged in criminal activities and/or be neuro-divergent eg: ADHD, ASC. We are looking for a behaviour mentor who can do exactly that; mentor, support and inspire these children and teenagers. It's a truly unique opportunity to change the lives of the students you work with and help guide them through some of the most challenging phases in their young lives. Ideally you will be a graduate of a psychology, criminology or creative arts based degree (art, drama, music) as these areas offer real value and experience to support different learning platforms and angles with the students. But being a graduate is not essential if you have the natural attributes to really make a positive impact and a genuine care and interest in this arena. This position will begin via Blue Skies Education as an agency worker but will present the opportunity for a permanent contract directly with the school if the temporary period is a success for you, the school and the students. If you are compassionate, confident, inspiring, a skilled communicator with a genuine interest to make a difference for CYP's (who really need it!) that will supersede a lack of direct experience in a similar role. Please call us for a detailed conversation and we can discuss how this role ties in with your future career goals; it will undoubtedly suit aspiring teachers, psychologists, art psychotherapists, speech and language therapists etc. Some more info: Hours: 32hrs per week, day shifts over Mon to Fri (term time only) Start Date: ASAP End Date: Permanent contract Location: Greenwich Pay: 23500- 25000 You will need: A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one ( 63) Proof of right to work References Degree level of education (ideally but not essential) UK Residency In return we offer a huge opportunity of a permanent contract, signifiant experience to build your CV/portfolio and a highly rewarding job in education. We look forward to receivng your application. For further information on this SEMH Behaviour Mentor vacancy please apply via this advert and a member of Blue Skies Education will be in touch thereafter. Please be advised that this SEMH Behaviour Mentor role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. The job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate so please apply ASAP to avoid any potential disappointment. We look forward to receiving your application!

Are you a friendly and bubbly graduate? Are you interested in Autism and Special Educational Needs? Do you want to help support children and young adults? One of the top specialist schools in Southwark are looking for a Graduate to support their pupils with complex Autism and learning disabilities as a Teaching Assistant. The children at this school range from 3 to 16 years of age, and will benefit from a caring, empathetic and engaging graduate who is passionate about supporting vulnerable children. The school employs a therapeutic approach, meaning the children engage in many activities outside of traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial for this role! As an Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant your main duties will include: Providing emotional and mental health support to all students Helping pupils reach their academic milestones, whilst also increasing their interpersonal and life skills Managing challenging behaviour and developing positive behaviour strategies Improving communication, through speech and language support, visual aids and Makaton Collaborating with Teachers, Support Staff and multi-therapy teams This is a fantastic opportunity for any Psychology or Criminology Graduate to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. In addition, you will gain invaluable experience working with special needs, neurodiversity and mental health difficulties. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or teacher. Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant Graduate Opportunity ASAP Start Southwark 100 - 115 per day (8:30am to 3:30pm) If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today with your current CV. Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Southwark

Are you hoping of becoming a Psychologist or Counsellor? Are you looking to get experience working in the mental health sector? You could make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children with mental health needs. An inclusive and diverse Specialist School is looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to help support and encourage children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs through the school day. The pupils have a variety of difficulties, including but not limited to - anxiety, learning difficulties, trauma, ASD, ADHD, OCD and behavioural challenges. The perfect candidate will therefore be proactive, understanding and ready for a challenge! The pupils in this Thatcham School have a range of additional needs. Though no two days are the same in a school like this, your general duties will involve supporting and shadowing the class teacher, whilst providing 1:1 and small group support to the SEN students. You will help run exciting lessons to make the classroom a fun, engaging and safe place. Behavioural management, personal care and emotional support may also be required where necessary. The role is full-time starting ASAP but the school have said they can be flexible if the perfect candidate came along. Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Criminology or Health & Social Care would be perfect for this - a general understanding of welfare and mental health would be beneficial. This is also a unique opportunity to work alongside the Psychologist and Therapist based on-site at the school. Mental Health Teaching Assistant Support children with mental health needs Thatcham 85 - 95 per day Mon to Fri, 8:30am - 3:30pm Amazing Graduate Opportunity! If you can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom then the school want to hear from you! The ideal Mental Health Support Assistant will be empathetic and confident, and be able to work using their own initiative - are you up for the challenge? If you are excited by this opportunity then please apply today! Graduate Mental Health Worker, Graduate Mental Health Worker, Graduate Mental Health Worker, Graduate Mental Health Worker, Graduate Mental Health Worker, Thatcham, Thatcham, Thatcham

Are you a university graduate? Are you interested in mental health and neurodiversity? Do you want to build your experience before becoming a qualified educational psychologist? A fantastic SEN school in Witney are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to help support and motivate their pupils with additional needs. The children in the school have a range of special educational needs - this includes Autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, multi-sensory impairments, speech and communication challenges and physical disabilities. The students therefore require a Graduate who is bubbly, understanding, empathetic and patient. By working as a Learning Support Assistant, you will be provided with all the skills needed to undergo training as an Educational Psychologist in the future. Not only will you gain first-hand experience working with neurodivergent children, you will also learn how to implement individualised support plans and learning strategies in the classroom in order for each child to reach their full potential. You will also be provided with the unique opportunity of shadowing the psychologist and therapist based on-site at the school and be able to learn from them ahead of your future career. In this Witney SEN school, no two days are the same. However, your general duties will involve working closely with a small group of SEN pupils in the classroom, supporting both their learning and emotional needs. You will ensure each child stays on track with their work, meets their milestones, and help the class teacher to make the classroom a fun and exciting environment. Personal care, such as toileting and feeding may also be required. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can help change the lives of vulnerable young people, then this is the role for you! The ideal candidate will have a university degree (Psychology or Criminology would be perfect) and a C in GCSE Maths and English. Experience with SEN is desired but not essential. Aspiring Educational Psychologist Learning Support Assistant Witney 85 - 95 per day Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm If you feel this role will provide you with the experience you need, then apply today! Aspiring Educational Psychologist, Aspiring Educational Psychologist, Aspiring Educational Psychologist, Aspiring Educational Psychologist, Witney, Witney

Have you considered a future in Speech and Language Therapy? Are you interested in communication and language acquisition? Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with additional learning needs? If so, then this opportunity is for you! An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join them full-time starting as soon as next week. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and associated challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain experience supporting children to overcome communication barriers. You will work closely with a small class of 8 students, liaising with the class teacher, therapists and support staff to help all students flourish. You will play an instrumental role in developing the independence, social skills and communication of students, as well as their physical and creative developmental. You will ensure all pupils are supported emotionally, and help them navigate their own feelings and emotions. You will also help encourage different ways to communicate, and learn specialist communication methods, such as Makaton, PECS and TEACHH. As a Graduate, this LSA role will provide you with the experience and understanding required to become a Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Educational Psychologist in the future. You will gain an insight into the approach used by multi-therapy teams, and how to increase language acquisition in children. The school are looking for a bubbly and friendly Graduate with a passion for supporting others, and a positive attitude. A degree in Psychology, Criminology, English or Linguistics would be beneficial. Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist Learning Support Assistant Witney 85 - 95 per day Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 ASAP Start Graduate Opportunity! Are you an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist? If yes, apply now! Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Witney, Witney, Witney, Witney

Here at Blue Skies Education we are working in partnership with a very special school that offers education provisions to CYP's (children and young people) with SEMH profiles. The CYP's at this provision do not attend mainstream school as they present behaviours that challenge and they need additional support and care in their school life that cannot be facilitated for in a masintream setting. Often the CYP's at this provision will have a background of trauma, adverse childhood experiences and/or be neuro-divergent eg: ADHD, ASC. We are looking for a behaviour mentor who can do exactly that; mentor, support and inspire these children and teenagers. It's a truly unique opportunity to change the lives of the students you work with and help guide them through some of the most challenging phases in their young lives. Ideally you will be a graduate of a psychology, criminology or creative arts based degree (art, drama, music) as these areas offer real value and experience to support different learning platforms and angles with the students. This opportunity offers significant experience for a graduate to build their portfolio for future training/further in education in the psychology and psychotherapy fields. This position will begin via Blue Skies Education as an agency worker but will present the opportunity for a permanent contract directly with the school if the temporary period is a success for you, the school and the students. If you are compassionate, confident, inspiring, a skilled communicator with a genuine interest to make a difference for CYP's (who really need it!) that will supersede a lack of direct experience in a similar role. Please call us for a detailed conversation and we can discuss how this role ties in with your future career goals; it will undoubtedly suit aspiring teachers, psychologists, art psychotherapists, speech and language therapists etc. Some more info: Hours: 32-35hrs per week, day shifts over Mon to Fri Start Date: ASAP End Date: Indefinite, could become permanent Location: North East London Pay: £14-£16 per hour (PAYE) You will need: A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one (£63) Proof of right to work References Degree (as outlined above) UK Residency In return we offer a huge opportunity of a permanent contract, signifiant experience to build your CV/portfolio and a highly rewarding job in education. We look forward to receivng your application. For further information on this SEMH Behaviour Mentor vacancy please apply via this advert and a member of Blue Skies Education will be in touch thereafter. Please be advised that this SEMH Behaviour Mentor role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. The job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate so please apply ASAP to avoid any potential disappointment. We look forward to receiving your application!

Behaviour Support - Bexhill Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence, and reach their full potential? A specialist SEN school in Bexhill is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive, purpose-driven environment and is keen to make a meaningful impact on pupils with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and behavioural challenges. Key Responsibilities: Behaviour Support Work closely with pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural, and learning support. Implement personalised behaviour strategies and support plans. Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils regulate, feel safe, and succeed. Support students in the classroom, during interventions, and throughout the school day. Work collaboratively with Teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals to ensure every pupil receives consistent, compassionate support. Help create a calm, positive, and structured learning environment. What We're Looking For: Experience supporting young people in any capacity (youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring, etc.) A calm, patient, and supportive approach. Confidence in managing challenging behaviour with professionalism and empathy. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A genuine passion for helping young people thrive. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Education, or similar fields are highly encouraged - but this is not essential . Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students 90 - 100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship On site parking included SEN Teaching Assistant - experienced OR aspiring To be a Behaviour Support Assistant - Apply now or contact Jazmin Cutter at Academics Ltd: Become a Behaviour Support Assistant ! (phone number removed) Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will have to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate