Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Stevenage. This role will involve supporting students with SEMH needs and contributing to a nurturing environment while gaining valuable experience for future careers in mental health or education.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and access to specialist training

Mentoring and collaboration with experienced professionals

Career pathways into clinical roles or teaching

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEMH Teaching Assistant or background in supporting vulnerable children.
• Psychology, Criminology, or related degree preferred.
• A commitment to long-term development in education or therapeutic work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Help implement personalised behaviour and emotional support plans.
• Encourage positive coping strategies and emotional regulation.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Emotional resilience

Collaboration

Education

Psychology degree

Criminology degree

Job description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Build a Career in Education or Clinical Support

Location: Stevenage

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30

Salary: 460 - 500 per week

Sector: Education and Training

Are you an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant ready for the next step in your career? Or a Psychology graduate seeking hands-on experience to launch your journey into mental health or education and training? At Academics we are looking for Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic team.

This Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Stevenage offers the perfect foundation for building a long-term career-whether you're aiming to join a clinical team, train as a therapist or psychologist, or develop into a specialist within education and training.

Why This Role Is a Powerful Career Move

• Progress into clinical work - Collaborate with therapists, SENCOs, and external professionals, gaining insight into therapeutic approaches and early intervention.
• Start a career in education - Gain experience in inclusive teaching environments, supporting learners with complex needs while developing classroom-based skills.
• Highly valued experience - This role is ideal for future careers in educational psychology, mental health services, youth justice, teaching, or social care.

About the Role

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you'll be part of a supportive and passionate team helping young people overcome emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges. You'll work closely with both students and staff to create a nurturing, trauma-informed learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs
• Help implement personalised behaviour and emotional support plans
• Encourage positive coping strategies, confidence, and emotional regulation
• Support classroom inclusion and engagement for all students
• Liaise with teachers, parents, and external agencies to monitor progres
• Contribute to a school-wide ethos of care, structure, and mental wellbeing

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a SEMH Teaching Assistant or background in supporting vulnerable children
• Psychology, Criminology, or related degree preferred
• A passion for mental health, inclusion, and making a lasting impact
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Emotional resilience, empathy, and patience in challenging situations
• Ability to commute to Stevenage
• A commitment to long-term development in education or therapeutic work

What You'll Gain

• Career pathways into clinical roles, educational psychology, counselling, or teaching
• Ongoing professional development and access to specialist training
• Mentoring and collaboration with experienced professionals in both clinical and educational fields
• A meaningful role where your work helps transform lives
• Experience in a respected school in Stevenage committed to staff growth and wellbeing

Apply for the Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Stevenage today!