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Mental Health Assistant

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Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 7BG

Salary

£460 - £500 per week

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Aspiring Mental Health Assistant position in Stevenage is ideal for recent Psychology or Criminology graduates or those with experience supporting children with additional needs.
  • This full-time role offers a salary between £460 and £500 per week and requires a strong interest in mental health and inclusive education.
  • Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant field or have experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN).
  • The position provides hands-on experience with children facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges, alongside a dedicated clinical team.
  • This opportunity serves as a stepping stone into various careers in mental health, youth work, and education, making it a significant career-defining role.

Launch Your Career in Mental Health - Aspiring Mental Health Assistant in Stevenage

Are you a recent Psychology or Criminology graduate, or do you have experience supporting children with additional needs and live in or around Stevenage?

This Aspiring Mental Health Assistant role could be the career-defining opportunity you've been looking for!

We're recruiting a passionate and driven Aspiring Mental Health Assistant to join a supportive and forward-thinking SEN school in Stevenage. This role is perfect for someone looking to build a career in mental health, youth work, Social work, education and training, or criminal justice.

What You'll Gain:

  • Hands-on experience working with children facing a range of social, emotional, and mental health challenges, including ADHD, communication needs, Down syndrome, and speech and language difficulties.
  • The opportunity to work alongside a dedicated clinical team, giving you real-world exposure to multi-disciplinary support systems.
  • A stepping stone into roles such as Educational Psychology, Mental Health Support Work, Youth Offending, or Counselling.

About the Role:

Job Title: Aspiring Mental Health Assistant

Location: Stevenage

Sector: Education and training

Pay: £460-£500 per week

Contract: Full-time, long-term (Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

Start Date: Immidiate or September start

We're Looking For:

  • A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Education, or a related field - or experience supporting children with SEN.
  • A strong interest in mental health, autism, SEMH, and inclusive education.
  • An understanding of behavioural needs and emotional regulation.
  • The ability to travel to Stevenage daily.
  • Above all - a genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them thrive.

Why This Role?

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to make a real difference. You'll gain practical experience that will set you apart in postgraduate applications or careers in mental health, social justice, education, and care.

Ready to Take the Next Step in the education and training sector?

If you're excited about building a future as Aspiring Mental Health Assistant, apply today!

Interviews are ongoing now - secure your spot for a Septemeber start!

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.