Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Academics; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent staff support and training

Permanent role from September

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEMH provision in Milton Keynes. You will support pupils aged 5-16 with SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and participate in class activities.

The role is permanent and starts in September, offering a supportive, therapeutic school environment. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, using restorative practices to build resilience and emotional regulation, while collaborating with teachers, therapists and

Qualifications

• Experience working with mental health, challenging behaviour, youth work, care, SEN, PRU or alternative provision.
• Calm, patient and trauma‑informed approach.
• Strong communication and ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 5-16 with SEMH needs, anxiety, low mood, trauma histories, and behavioural difficulties.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to build confidence, resilience and emotional regulation.
• Use restorative practice, positive behaviour approaches and consistent routines.
• Help students access learning by providing patient, structured support.
• Build trusting, professional relationships with pupils who may find school challenging.
• Work closely with teachers, behaviour staff and therapists to support individual plans.

Skills

Mental health

Challenging behaviour

Youth work

Care

SEN

PRU

Alternative provision

Education

Psychology

Criminology

Social Work

Counselling

Job description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Milton Keynes- Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people with mental health needs, trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges?
Do you want to make a genuine difference in a supportive, therapeutic school setting?

Academics are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Milton Keynes to recruit a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their team from September on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for individuals who are calm, resilient and committed to helping vulnerable young people thrive both emotionally and academically.

About the Role

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students aged 5-16 with SEMH needs, anxiety, low mood, trauma histories, and behavioural difficulties
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to build confidence, resilience and emotional regulation
• Use restorative practice, positive behaviour approaches and consistent routines
• Help students access learning by providing patient, structured support
• Build trusting, professional relationships with pupils who may find school challenging
• Work closely with teachers, behaviour staff and therapists to support individual plans

This is a rewarding role where you will see real progress and be an important part of a highly supportive team.

Ideal Candidate

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience working with mental health, challenging behaviour, youth work, care, SEN, PRU, or alternative provision
• A calm, patient and trauma-informed approach
• Confidence supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs
• Ability to remain professional, resilient and consistent
• A genuine desire to help young people overcome barriers and succeed
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Psychology, Criminology, Social Work, Counselling or related graduates are especially encouraged to apply, but experience and attitude are equally valued.

What the School Can Offer

• Permanent role from September
• Daily rate £95-£105 per day depending on experience
• Excellent staff support and training
• A therapeutic, relational behaviour model
• Opportunities for progression (SEN, behaviour mentor, therapy assistant)
• A warm and committed team who genuinely care about their pupils

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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.