Job title: Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant)
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Mitcham, Merton
Job published: 29-05-2025
Job ID: 104576

Job Description

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) | Secondary School in Mitcham

 

Are you a Psychology Graduate with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs?

 

This dynamic and inclusive Secondary School in Mitcham is looking for a resilient and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025 (or sooner). If you're planning a career as a Counsellor, Educational Psychologist or Teacher, this role offers valuable frontline experience.

 

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) | Key Information

  • £20,000 starting salary | £100+ per day | £500+ per week | Paid on a PAYE basis
  • Full-time, term-time role for the full academic year
  • Supporting pupils aged 11-16 with Autism, ADHD and SEMH needs
  • Located in Mitcham with excellent public transport links
  • Ideal for Psychology Graduates (2:2 or above) with long-term career ambitions in mental health or education
  • Contract extensions and permanent roles available from September 2026

 

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) | What you’ll be doing:

  • Delivering targeted interventions and classroom support to children who need extra support
  • Helping students overcome emotional and behavioural barriers to learning
  • Supporting the planning and delivery of bespoke learning activities
  • Tracking progress and contributing to assessments
  • Building positive relationships with students and families

 

If you're a caring and committed Psychology graduate who is ready to make a real impact in the classroom, apply now or contact Ribbons & Reeves for more information

 

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Mental Health Support Assistant role in Mitcham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role.

 

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant)

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