Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant in Nailsea)

Academics; Nailsea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Nailsea is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. This role offers a great opportunity for Psychology or Counselling graduates to gain practical experience while making a positive impact on students’ well-being. The position operates during term time only, from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology preferred.
• Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant with mental health issues is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children with mental health and behavioural issues.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to manage behaviour.
• Collaborate with on-site therapists and psychologists.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Resilient

Passionate about mental health

Education

Graduated in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology

GCSE's in Maths and English

Job description

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