Looking to build a career in mental health, clinical psychology, social care, or education? Psychology or Criminology Graduate - School Mental Health Teaching AssistantLocation: BedfordSalary: [... Click Apply... ]0 per weekContract: Full-Time Long-Term Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:30Sector: Education and Training If you're a recent Psychology or Criminology graduate with ambitions to work in mental health, youth support, or educational settings, this role could be your ideal next step. A specialist SEN school in Bedford is offering a fantastic opportunity to become a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant, where your work will directly influence the wellbeing and progress of vulnerable students in the education and training sector. Why This Role Is a Game-Changer for Your CareerHands-on clinical exposure: Work directly with students affected by trauma, SEMH, ADHD, and communication needs alongside therapists and SEN specialists. Professional mentoring: Learn from experienced clinicians, SENCOs, and teaching staff who can support your development and guide you toward your next steps. Relevant experience for postgraduate courses: This role is highly regarded by training providers in educational psychology, clinical psychology, counselling, and social work. Long-term development: Use this role as a springboard into a permanent post in education, CAMHS, youth justice, or therapeutic services. As a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant:Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with emotional and behavioural needsHelp students develop coping strategies, emotional regulation, and resilienceWork with internal teams and external agencies to deliver effective support plansContribute to a trauma-informed, safe, and inclusive learning environmentSupport the Bedford school's commitment to mental health, equity, and positive behaviour Who We're Looking ForA graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or a related fieldPassionate about making a long-term impact in young people's livesA passion to develop a career as School Mental Health Teaching Assistant Someone considering future careers in:Clinical or Educational PsychologyMental Health SupportYouth or Family Social WorkCounselling or TherapyLocal to or able to commute to Bedford full-time What You'll GainReal-world experience aligned with therapeutic, clinical, and education sectorsRegular training in areas like behaviour management, safeguarding, and SEN strategiesMentorship from experienced clinical and educational professionalsThe chance to build a strong portfolio for future job or course applicationsLong-term career routes into education and training, social care, or healthcare How to ApplyIf you're ready to take the first serious step in your mental health or education career-right here in Bedford-we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant, and let this be the foundation for a career that truly changes lives-starting with your own.