Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A well-respected specialist school near Reigate is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Psychology or a related field, show resilience, and experience with SEN individuals. This role offers excellent training and an opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Excellent on-site education and training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Open-minded and dedicated to building strong relationships.
• Experience in supporting children or adults with social emotional and mental health needs.
• Available to work term time only.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Act as a consistent role model for students.
• Contribute to positive mental health outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Knowledge of mental health

Experience with SEN children

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling

Job description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Reigate - Education and Training - SEMH - Graduate - Psychology - Criminology

Are you looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of young people?

A well-respected specialist school near Reigate is looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The students range between 10 and 16 years old, and face a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, and challenges including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioural issues. The students therefore need a Mental Health Teaching Assistant who will be dedicated to being a consistent role model, is committed to building strong relationships, is empathetic and up for a challenge!

The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant must be open-minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. The perfect candidate will have experience with SEN children and/or adults in any setting. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology or Counselling would also be perfect for this position.

If you are looking to kick-start your career in Psychology, Mental Health or Education, then this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for you. You really will be having a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most.

Start date ASAP - Reigate
89 to 105 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, term time only
Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Must be able to travel to Reigate

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd:
(phone number removed)
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Reigate - Education and Training