Mental Health Youth Support
We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic Mental Health Youth Support Assistant to join a lovely supportive team in one of our highly regarded specialist schools in Slough.
They place a huge focus on supporting students who have been identified as struggling with social, emotional, and mental health needs, ensuring they receive the necessary interventions to support their development and education.
In this role, you will provide specialised and tailored support to students who struggle with their mental health and social needs, ensuring they are given the right tools to facilitate healthy mental well-being while also supporting their emotional health.
Your responsibilities as a Mental Health Youth Support Assistant:
1. Help develop and implement individual support plans in collaboration with educational staff.
2. Collaborate with parents and caregivers to offer guidance and support.
3. Assist with classroom activities, ensuring students are engaged and participating.
4. Monitor and document student feedback.
5. Work directly with students to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
6. Maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Qualities you need to be a great Mental Health Youth Support Assistant:
1. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children.
2. An understanding of the importance of safeguarding children.
3. Strong communication skills.
4. Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
5. Experience supporting children and young people with educational needs and social, emotional, and mental health needs will be beneficial but not essential.
6. Psychology graduates looking for hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Information:
Position: Mental Health Youth Support Assistant
Location: Slough
Salary: £83 - £95
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:45pm
If you are keen to interview for this role, please apply to this advert directly. You will be contacted shortly after.
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