Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A local education recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Aylesbury to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role focuses on building confidence and creating positive learning environments. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH or behavioral needs and excellent communication skills. This is a temporary, full-time position with a salary of £90-£100 per day, starting immediately.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Able to manage behavior effectively in classroom settings.
• Willingness to collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH and associated learning needs in personalized settings.
• Assist with behavior and learning strategies for students.
• Create an inclusive and engaging classroom atmosphere.
• Collaborate with staff and professionals to enhance student progress.

Skills

Experience with children or young people with SEMH

Calmness in challenging situations

Commitment to emotional and academic development

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Job description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Aylesbury (SEMH Provision)

Salary: £90-£100 per day (Temporary, Full-Time) | Start Date: ASAP

Are you a compassionate and resilient Mental Health Teaching Assistant local to Aylesbury looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Academics are supporting a specialist SEMH provision in Aylesbury that is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team on a temporary basis starting immediately.

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Aylesbury, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You'll help students develop confidence, build positive relationships, and re-engage with learning. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will deliver tailored support, manage behaviour effectively, and create a safe, nurturing environment for every learner.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH and associated learning needs in 1:1 and small group settings
• Assist with implementing behaviour and learning strategies
• Help create an inclusive, positive, and engaging classroom atmosphere
• Work collaboratively with staff and external professionals to support student progress

The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Remain calm and patient in challenging situations
• Be committed to supporting every child's emotional and academic development
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills

Location: Aylesbury

Salary: £90-£100 per day

Contract: Temporary, Full-Time - Start ASAP

Academics are acting as an agency in relation to this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role.

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