Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant
hace 2 días
Dunstable
Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Start Your Career in Mental Health Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to take your first step into a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or education? We're working with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Dunstable that is offering a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience supporting young people with complex needs. Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant Location: Dunstable Contract: Full-time | Long-term Pay: £465-£500 per week Sector: Mental Health | Education and training | Clinical Development Why This Dunstable Role Stands Out - Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant • Launch Your Clinical Career - Gain practical experience before postgraduate study, • Work Alongside Experts - Learn from experienced therapists, psychologists, and SEN professionals, • Build Real-World Skills - Develop knowledge in behaviour, trauma-informed practice, and emotional regulation, • Make a Genuine Impact - Support vulnerable young people to feel safe, understood, and engaged, • Clear Progression Pathways - Ideal stepping stone into Assistant Psychologist roles and beyond About the Role - Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant This education and training role is ased in a specialist SEMH school, you'll support pupils with a range of needs including behavioural challenges, autism, and mental health difficulties. You will: • Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, • Support emotional regulation and wellbeing, • Apply therapeutic and behavioural strategies in the classroom, • Work closely with teachers, therapists, and psychologists, • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, • Encourage engagement through activities-sporting interests can be helpful but are not essential Who This Role Is Ideal For - Dunstable • Psychology or Criminology graduates (or final-year students), • Individuals passionate about mental health, behaviour, and neurodiversity, • Those considering careers in clinical or educational psychology, therapy, or youth support, • Resilient, empathetic, and proactive individuals, • Candidates able to commit to a long-term role (minimum 12 months preferred) This role provides a strong foundation for careers in: • Clinical or Educational Psychology, • Occupational Therapy, • Speech and Language Therapy, • Education and Training Sector, • SEN Teaching and Specialist Education, • Mental Health and Youth Justice Services Ready to Get Started - Psychology and Criminology Graduate Mental Health Assistant? If you're looking for a role in Dunstable where you can gain invaluable experience while making a real difference, apply today and begin your journey in mental health and clinical development.