At a Glance
- Tasks: Support secondary school students with emotional stress and learning needs.
- Company: Join Ribbons & Reeves, London's leading education recruiters.
- Benefits: Earn £500-£600 per week with ongoing training and development.
- Other info: Ideal for aspiring teachers, psychologists, and wellbeing practitioners.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Psychology degree and a passion for mental health support.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 31200 £ per year.
Take the opportunity to secure a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Support Assistant role where you will build the self-esteem, self-worth, independence and confidence of Secondary School children who have distressing and above average levels of emotional stress. Based at one of our supportive partner schools in Sutton, you will work under the guidance of an experienced SENCO, Pastoral Support Officers and Heads of Years; receiving ongoing training and development throughout your role.
Working in-class and providing small group support in an adjacent learning space, you will be tasked with improving the academic, social and emotional development of students with SEND and SEMH needs.
- Initial 1-Year contracts commencing September 2026 (earlier starts might be possible)
- £500-£600 per week | £100-£120 per day | Paid weekly on a PAYE basis
- Mainstream Secondary School in Sutton
- Providing support to 11-16 year olds with SEND and SEMH needs
- Contract extensions available for those wanting to remain at the school
- Ideal role for aspiring Teachers / Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners
Providing classroom support to 11-16 year olds with Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties, ADHD and Severe Social Anxieties. Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students. Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development. Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family.
This Psychology Graduate role will require a motivated, determined, resilient and dedicated individual who is ready to fully embrace challenge and who approaches set-backs with a positive, can-do attitude. Previous experience working within the Mental Health field will be advantageous.
Get in contact with Ribbons & Reeves today if this Mental Health Support Assistant role sounds like exactly the type of role you have been looking for!
Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) in Carshalton employer: RIBBONS AND REEVES
Ribbons & Reeves is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for Psychology Graduates looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Secondary School children. Located in Sutton, our partner schools provide ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration among staff. With competitive pay and the chance to extend contracts, we are dedicated to empowering our employees as they help students with SEND and SEMH needs thrive academically and emotionally.
