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Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading ASAP Start - Full-Time Role Are you an aspiring Psychologist looking to gain real-world experience supporting children with mental health and emotional needs? A specialist SEN and SEMH school in Reading is looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges. This role is ideal for graduates seeking practical experience before pursuing further training in Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychology. In this Mental Health Assistant role, you'll provide 1:1 and small group support, help pupils manage emotions and behaviours, and assist in delivering therapeutic and wellbeing-focused interventions. You'll work closely with psychologists, SENCOs, and pastoral teams in a school that prioritises mental health and staff development. Key Details Role: Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist Location: Reading Salary: 89- 100 per day Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: ASAP Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology graduates Experience: Not essential - passion and resilience are key This Mental Health Assistant role provides outstanding exposure to emotional regulation strategies, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour support, making it an ideal foundation for future postgraduate training. Apply now to take the next step toward a career in psychology. Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Reading

Are you a University graduate? Are you interested in supporting children with autism and other neurological conditions? Are you passionate about helping others, with a patient and encouraging approach? A Specialist School near Tilehurst are seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as an SEN Support Assistant. The school caters for children aged 4-16 with complex needs, including autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges and associated learning needs. As an SEN Support Assistant, you will assist a class of 5 to 10 pupils, working closely with the schools teaching team, therapists, and support staff. Together, you will deliver individualised learning plans and interventions that promote each student's learning, independence, communication, and emotional well-being. As an SEN Support Assistant, you will: Provide support and encouragement to help students reach their potential. Foster a calm, structured and positive environment to reduce anxiety and build each pupils' confidence. Learn to roll out specialist interventions to support communication, social interaction and sensory needs. Assist with challenging behaviours, pastoral care and personal care. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive specialist environment. By engaging with autism-specific and specialist communication methods, you will build a strong foundation for a career in Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Counselling, Social Work or Occupational Therapy. SEN Support Assistant Start Date ASAP 85 to 100 per day Tilehurst Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm Graduate Opportunity! Are you interested in this position? If yes, then apply today! SEN Support Assistant, Tilehurst, Tilehurst, Tilehurst

Graduate - Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Farnham - Education and Training - Special Needs - SEN - Psychology Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team within a specialist school near Farnham! The School: This school is located near Farnham and caters for children aged 3-19 with learning difficulties. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour. The school has a Therapy Department which is staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Therapists are based around the school and have a clinic room for individual work. Much therapy follows a 'blended' model of therapeutic intervention which is delivered across the curriculum, and there is close liaison with teaching staff and parents. As an Aspiring Educational Psychologist, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Educational Therapist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists. Professional Skills & Requirements - Aspiring Educational Psychologist Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide academic and pastoral support Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential Personal Qualities - Aspiring Educational Psychologist Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Start date ASAP 90- 110 per day - Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm, term time only Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Mental Health Teaching Assistant role: T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)

Primary Schools Manchester Full-Time Aspire People Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with children before moving into teaching, educational psychology, or SEND-focused roles? Aspire People is working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Manchester who are looking to appoint Unqualified Teaching Assistants with a strong interest in child development, behaviour, and learning support. This role is particularly well suited to Psychology graduates who want real, practical classroom experience. The Role: Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis Working with children with SEND, SEMH, ASD, or additional learning needs Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and engagement Assisting class teachers with daily learning activities Observing pupil progress and supporting interventions This Role Is Ideal If You Have: A Psychology degree (or related subject) An interest in child development, behaviour, or mental health A desire to progress into teaching, SEND, or educational psychology Some experience working with children (formal or informal) No formal TA qualification is required - schools provide training and Aspire People supports you throughout your placement. Unqualified Teaching Assistant - School Experience but No Qualification Primary Schools Greater Manchester Long-Term Roles Aspire People Have you worked in a school before but never gained a formal Teaching Assistant qualification? Aspire People is recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants for long-term and day-to-day roles across primary schools in Greater Manchester. Many of our partner schools are happy to support experienced school-based staff who have practical experience but no formal TA certificate. Typical Backgrounds Include: Previous classroom support or cover roles Volunteering or paid work in schools SEN support roles School admin, lunchtime supervisor, or pastoral support roles The Role Will Involve: Supporting learning in the classroom Working with small groups or individual pupils Supporting behaviour and classroom routines Helping pupils access the curriculum Working closely with class teachers and SEN staff What Schools Are Looking For: Recent experience working in a school setting Confidence supporting children in a classroom A proactive and reliable attitude A genuine passion for education This is a great opportunity to continue working in schools, gain consistent experience, and progress into qualified TA roles if desired. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.