Mental Health Support Assistant - Trauma

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Surrey is seeking a Learning Mentor or Mental Health Support Assistant to provide support for children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The role involves assisting with learning, encouraging social skills, and maintaining records. Flexible working hours and competitive daily rates are offered, with both full-time and part-time options available. Start dates are ASAP or as per availability.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Short and Long-term Contracts

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or related field preferred.
• Good education levels in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Assisting and supervising children's behaviour.
• Encouraging social skills development.
• Maintaining progress records.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Cooperative Working Style

Education

Undergraduate Degree

A Levels

Job description

Job Details

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description

This is a long-term agency contract offering £89-£105 per day in the Education and Training sector.

About the School:

The school, located near Woking, supports children aged 9-16 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. All students have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) detailing their needs. The school provides a safe environment and therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, and speech and language therapies, working closely with therapists to ensure appropriate support.

Responsibilities:

• Providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour and supporting their learning and participation in class
• Working with individual or small groups of learners inside and outside the classroom
• Encouraging social skills development and supporting students' needs
• Building confidence and motivation
• Participating in team meetings and training
• Maintaining progress records
• Supporting safeguarding regulations

Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree, preferably in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field
• Knowledge or interest in learning and behavioural needs
• Good education levels in English and Maths; A Levels preferred
• A cooperative, proactive working style
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a caring attitude

Summary:

• Learning Mentor, Mental Health Support Assistant - Trauma, Teaching Assistant
• £89 to £105 daily rate (full-time, part-time options available)
• Support for mental health in a special needs school
• Flexible working hours, short and long-term contracts
• Start dates ASAP or as per your availability
• Apply via this advert or contact Ben Mason at 01483 362393 for more information