Mental Health Support Assistant - Reading

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Reading
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£100 / hour
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Mental Health Support SEN Experience Emotional Regulation Behaviour Management Crisis Intervention Active Listening Empathy Team Collaboration

FULL DESCRIPTION

Mental Health Support Assistant - Reading

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting for a Mental Health Support Assistant to work in a primary school in Reading. This is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP, paying £89-£100 per day.

About the Role

As a Mental Health Support Assistant, you will provide direct support to SEN children who struggle with challenging mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Your main duties include helping these students settle into their school routines, minimising triggering situations, and facilitating a positive and safe learning environment. You will also have the chance to shadow other professionals in the field.

Requirements

  • Experience working with vulnerable children or young people
  • Background in education, psychology, or therapy (advantageous but graduates considered)
  • Passion for mental health and supporting young people

Key Details

  • Location: Reading
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary: £89 - £100 per day

How to Apply

Apply via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] website or contact Natasha Vieira at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (Tel: [contact hidden]).

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