Aspiring Child Counsellor - Mental Health - SEMH

Academics Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational recruitment agency is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Haywards Heath to support the emotional and mental well-being of children aged 5-11. The role involves working closely with vulnerable students facing SEMH challenges, providing consistent support, and helping them feel secure and empowered. Prior experience in a related field is helpful but not essential as full training is provided. Ideal candidates are compassionate and resilient, committed to making a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Term time only work

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children and young people achieve their potential.
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships.
• Capacity to remain calm under stress or conflict.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEMH needs and challenges.
• Identify risks and needs of vulnerable students.
• Provide consistency and emotional support.

Skills

Open minded

Resilient

Compassionate

Good listener

Job description

Aspiring Child Counsellor etc

West Sussex - Mental Health - SEN - Counselling - Pastoral - Education and Training - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology - Graduate

Are you looking to kick‑start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of young people?

This Mental Health Teaching Assistant role will give you experience working with vulnerable students aged 5-11, increasing their engagement, attainment and life chances.

A well‑respected specialist school near Haywards Heath is looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and challenges including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioural issues. Some children / young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. The students therefore need a Mental Health Teaching Assistant who will be dedicated to being a consistent role model, is committed to building strong relationships, is empathetic and up for a challenge!

A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

This is a challenging role and any previous experience in a relevant field would be advantageous, but is not essential. Training, support and CPD is required in order for you to perform your duties and to ensure safeguarding of all students.

If you are looking to kick‑start your career in Psychology, Mental Health or Education, then this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for you. You really will be having a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most.

Personal Qualities

• Open minded
• Resilient
• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

Start date ASAP / Jan 2024

£90‑£110 per day - 23,000 - 28,000 per annum - Mon‑Fri, 8.45am‑4pm, term time only

Excellent on‑site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

Apply now or contact Callum Pilgrim at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Mental Health Teaching Assistant role:

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