Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support
An amazing specialist school in the heart of Slough are on the hunt for a Mental Health Support Assistant to join their team starting ASAP.
The school hiring a Mental Health Support Assistant:
* An amazing specialist school, highly regarded in their area
* Cater for children who have been diagnosed with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
* They focus on helping these children access their education in the same way as their mainstream peers
* Each child has an individualised plan and curriculum
* They facilitate and focus on providing specialist education, where educators and the multi-disciplinary team provide personalised and specific interventions to support learning
* This school offer a supportive environment where you will be making a difference day in and out
* Not only will you be taking part in really rewarding work, you will also be adding valuable experience to your CV
What the role as a Mental Health Support Assistant entails:
* You will be facilitating and providing specific interventions to aid in the children’s learning
* You will facilitate a safe and secure environment for learning to take place
* You will encourage students to achieve the best they can academically, while also adding to their personal growth
* You will keep track of their academic achievements
* Have a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding
Qualities you will need to be a great Mental Health Support Assistant:
* Being kind, caring and compassionate
* Having a determination to make a difference in the lives of the students
* Be patient and willing to adapt your approach to meet the needs of the students
* Experience working with children and especially children with SEN will be advantageous but not essential
* You will need an enhanced DBS check, but don’t worry if you don’t have one, we can facilitate your application
Important information regarding the role as a Mental Health Support Assistant:
* Mental Health Support Assistant
* Slough
* Pay: £85 - £100 per day
* Full time or Part time roles available
* ASAP start
* Training Provided
* Amazing experience
If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives with children with social, emotional and mental health needs, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted if you have been short-listed.
Mental Health Support Assistant – ASAP Start – Slough