Mental Health and Behaviour Support - Bracknell

TN United Kingdom; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health and Behaviour Support professional to join their team in Bracknell. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing challenges in mainstream education. Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology or criminology and experience working with children with special educational needs. You will work closely with trained professionals, providing vital support and mentorship to students who have experienced trauma or behavioral disorders. If you're passionate about making a difference and helping students thrive, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN children and challenging behaviour.
• Degree graded 2:2 or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and supporting young people with mental health issues.
• Working 1:1 with pupils with SEN and challenging behaviour.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Mental Health Support

SEN Experience

Youth Work

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Teaching Qualification

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05.05.2025

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Mental Health and Behaviour Support – Specialist School

Alternative Provision – Bracknell – KS1 to KS4 students

Would you like to support young people who are at risk of criminal or anti-social behaviour?

Do you have previous experience working with challenging behaviour?

Are you interested in promoting young people’s mental health?

A fantastic Alternative Provision in Bracknell is currently recruiting for a Mental Health and Behaviour Support role. The provision caters to children and young adults who have been excluded from mainstream education or are in transition to a specialist setting. Many students have experienced trauma, have SEN, behavioural disorders, or other mental health issues. The role involves mentoring, teaching, and supporting young people struggling to access education.

This position is suitable for graduates or experienced teaching assistants looking to develop their experience with SEN and behavioural needs. A degree graded 2:2 or above is preferred, along with some experience working with SEN children. The role involves working 1:1 with pupils with SEN and challenging behaviour, including mental health difficulties, challenging behaviour, and learning disabilities such as Autism. Degrees in Psychology and Criminology are of particular interest.

The ideal candidate will be confident, dedicated, enthusiastic, and passionate about contributing to a child's education. Excellent behaviour management skills are desirable, and restraint training is a plus. The role offers the opportunity to work alongside trained therapists, psychologists, and other professionals in the education and mental health fields.

* 1-year contract
* Alternative Provision
* ASAP start
* £80-£90 per day
* Mental Health and Behaviour Support
* SEN Teaching Assistant
* Graduates welcomed
* Bracknell

Relevant experience includes youth work, support work, mental health work, and SEN in sports.

Mental Health and Behaviour Support – Alternative Provision - Bracknell – ASAP Start