Mental Health Support Assistant (school based)

Leader Recruitment Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Leader Education is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant for a school in Ashington to support students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs. The role requires patience, compassion, and excellent communication skills, focusing on helping students engage in their learning. The position offers competitive pay, potential for a permanent contract, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme: £100

Free CPD including Team Teach

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Potential for a permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people exhibiting SEMH needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and understanding of safeguarding.
• Ability to support diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Help students access the curriculum and classroom activities.
• Motivate students for a successful transition in their education.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

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Client:

Leader Recruitment Group

Location:

Ashington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Leader Education are recruiting a Mental Health Support Assistant to work at a school in Ashington, Northumberland specialising in supporting students aged 11-16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH).

Students in this school may have been permanently excluded from their past school and may present some challenging behaviours so the ideal candidate will have some experience working alongside children with SEMH needsand behavioural problems. This school emphasises on motivating their students to ensure an engaging curriculum and a successful transition into the next stage of their lives.

The normal working pattern is Monday to Friday 8:30 to 3.30pm and is a long-term position, given a successful trial.

The successful candidate will have:

• An enhanced DBS or be willing to obtain one
• Some experience with children or young people that exhibit Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) or students that present challenging behaviour
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, compassionate personality and the ability to support the students in accessing the curriculum and classroom activities
• A great understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
• Adaptability and a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of students.

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply).
• Free CPD including Team Teach.
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV or call us on

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.