Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Nailsea - BS48

Would you like a role supporting the mental health of young people? A great platform for future psychologists, therapists or counsellors to gain relevant experience.

• 90 - 125 per day, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4.00pm
• Term time only
• Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates

A school that specialises in accommodating children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs are looking for Teaching Assistants to support children with behavioural and mental health issues.

• Working with SEN students aged 8 to 18 to support their wellbeing and personal development.
• Engage with students and manage behaviour 1:1 or in small groups
• Work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school
• Build frontline, practical experience with young people with significant SEMH needs

The right candidate

• Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology OR a good education background (GCSE's in Maths and English) plus prior experience as a Teaching Assistant for children with mental health issues
• Enthusiastic and passionate about making a different in the lives of children with SEMH
• Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviour

If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant position, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children