Mental Health Support Assistant

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruiter is seeking a passionate Mental Health Support Assistant for a primary school in Waltham Forest, London. In this role, you will support children with special educational needs through both group sessions and 1:1 interventions. Candidates should hold a 2:1 degree from a top UK university and have strong communication skills. The contract is full-time and long-term until July 2026, providing excellent career progression opportunities and weekly training from specialists.

Benefits

Excellent career progression opportunities

Weekly CPD sessions

Weekly training from specialists

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for teaching and supporting SEND students.
• Previous experience working with SEMH children in a child-centred role.

Responsibilities

• Support SEND children in both group sessions and 1:1 interventions.
• Adapt teaching styles to suit the individual needs of students.
• Collaborate with the SENDCo and Class Teachers in lesson planning and delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Passion for teaching

Education

2:1 degree from a top 20 UK University

Job description

Mental Health Support Assistant – Waltham Forest, London – January Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and looking for a rewarding, long-term role? Join this thriving primary school in Waltham Forest, London, as a Mental Health Support Assistant and make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

Why become a Mental Health Support Assistant?

• Long-term contract until July 2026, offering stability and growth.
• Excellent career progression opportunities for those aiming to work in education or SEND-focused roles.
• Weekly CPD sessions to enhance your skills and confidence.
• Work closely with the SENDCo, gaining hands‑on experience with SEMH, neurodiverse, and speech and language needs.
• Receive weekly training from a Speech and Language Therapist and Educational Psychologist.

Key Responsibilities of a Mental Health Support Assistant:

• Support SEND children in both group sessions and 1:1 interventions.
• Adapt teaching styles to suit the individual needs of students.
• Collaborate with the SENDCo and Class Teachers in lesson planning and delivery.

Encourage a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

Essential Criteria for a Mental Health Support Assistant:

• A 2:1 degree from a top 20 UK University is required.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting SEND students.
• Previous experience working with SEMH children in a child‑centred role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Details

• Location: Waltham Forest, London.
• Contract Type: Full-time, long-term until July 2026.
• Start Date: January.
• Pay: £444‑£513 Weekly via PAYE (Holiday Pay Included)

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 position in Waltham Forest, London. For other roles like this, check out our website, search “Ribbons & Reeves”. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Mental Health Support Assistant role.