Student Mental Health Assistant - Gloucester

Salary: £85 - £105 per day (dependent on experience)

Location: Gloucester

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: Full Time (8:30am - 4:00pm)

Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience within a specialist education setting supporting students with additional needs?

Academics are currently recruiting for a Student Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, alongside autism and associated learning differences, within a supportive environment.

This opportunity is ideal for graduates or individuals considering future careers in psychology, therapy, counselling, teaching, or youth work who are looking to build meaningful experience working directly with young people.

The Role - Student Mental Health Assistant

Support students with emotional regulation, wellbeing, and engagement in learning Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs Assist with behaviour strategies and promote positive coping mechanisms Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals Encourage independence, confidence, and positive social interactionWhat W...