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School Mental Health Assistant
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 460 - 500 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Kempston, Bedfordshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
School Mental Health Assistant - Perfect for Psychology or Criminology Graduates 🌟
Are you a recent Psychology or Criminology graduate with a passion for mental health and a desire to make a real impact on young lives? This School Mental Health Assistant is perfect for you!
📍 Location: Kempston, Bedfordshire
Position: School Mental Health Assistant
🕒 Full-Time | Term-Time Only
📅 Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Sector: Education and Training
💼 Salary: £460-£500 per week
We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and emotionally intelligent individual to join a supportive team in the education and training sector as a School Mental Health Assistant at a forward-thinking school in Kempston. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate eager to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs - experience that's highly valued in careers such as education, counselling, youth work, or clinical psychology.
🔍 The Role:
Support students with SEMH challenges, both in and out of class
Work 1:1 or in small groups to develop emotional regulation and coping strategies
Collaborate with SENCOs, educational psychologists, and pastoral staff
Foster a safe and inclusive environment where all students feel understood
🎓 Who This Suits:
A Psychology or Criminology graduate with a genuine interest in child development, trauma, or behaviour
Someone looking to build experience before pursuing further training (e.g. PGCE, MSc, or mental health roles)
A calm, patient, and resilient individual who thrives on making a difference
✅ Requirements:
Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field
Empathy, excellent communication skills, and a non-judgemental attitude
Previous experience working with young people or in a care setting is desirable, but not essential
Ability to commute to Kempston.
🌈 What We Offer:
A warm and welcoming school community in the heart of Kempston
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Valuable experience for careers in education, social work, or psychology
A chance to be part of something genuinely meaningful
👉 Ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career as a School Mental Health Assistant in the education and training sector? Apply for this role in Kempston now and help shape young minds while growing your own futureBefore You Apply
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