Mental Health Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Southampton; Havant; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational organization as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Havant. Support young minds by helping students manage their emotions and behaviors in a nurturing environment. This full-time role offers competitive pay and ongoing training, making a real difference in the lives of young people every day.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Professional development

Personalized support from consultants

Qualifications

• Strong interest in supporting children with mental health needs.
• Experience working with young people in relevant settings.
• CV covering the past 10 years with gaps explained.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Help children manage their behavior and feelings.
• Encourage a calm and welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Support Young Minds: Join as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Havant!

Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Havant
Salary: GBP13.68 to GBP16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

GSL Education are looking for a caring and motivated Mental Health Teaching Assistant (TA) to support students in a wonderful school in Havant. This is your chance to make a real difference by helping children manage their emotions, stay focused, and feel confident in school.

Your Role as Mental Health Teaching Assistant Will Include:

• Supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs during lessons and breaks
• Helping children manage their behaviour, feelings, and friendships in positive ways
• Working closely with teachers and other staff to make sure students feel safe and supported.
• Encouraging a calm and welcoming classroom environment
• Keeping track of how students are doing and sharing updates with the team
• Being a trusted adult that students can talk to and rely on

What You ll Need to Succeed:

• A strong interest in supporting children with mental health or emotional needs.
• Experience working with young people (in school, youth work, care, or similar).
• A calm, patient, and understanding nature.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A CV covering the past 10 years (with any gaps clearly explained).
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Work With Us as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant:

• Earn a competitive hourly rate based on your experience.
• Work in a friendly and supportive school environment.
• Get ongoing training and professional development.
• Receive personalised support from your dedicated GSL Education consultant.
• Make a real difference in the lives of young people every day.

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Mental Health Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.