Job Description
Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Youth Support - Reading \n\nAre you looking for a role where you can work with at risk youth? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children? \n\nA great opportunity has become available for a mental health youth support assistant, supporting SEN children in a school in Reading.\nThis is an excellent position to gain some hands on experience working directly with vulnerable students in the classroom.
\nThese young students struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and various other developmental disorders.\nAs a learning support assistant you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health whilst also being involved in their learning and development.\nYour role will involve engaging with them and ensuring that they are receiving a good blend of their education and interventions.\nThe role as Learning Support Assistant would suit someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.\nThis is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, social workers or therapists.\nExperience working with children in a school setting before would be beneficial but enthusiasm and a positive attitude is most important. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.\nThose with a background in sports, art or drama will also be at an advantage.Key Information \n\nMental Health Youth Support \nReading\nASAP start\nPsychology Related Experience \n£85 - £95 per day\nFull- time, long term\nMon - Fri\nSEMH, Autism, Mental Health \n\nIf you are interested in this role please apply directly to this advert.\n\nPsychology Graduate, Mental Health Youth Support, Reading, Full Time, ASAP start