SEMH Mental Health Teaching Assistant – Reading

Academics Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a Reading school, starting ASAP.

You will provide emotional and pastoral support to pupils experiencing mental health challenges, helping them build resilience and access education. The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, promoting emotional regulation and wellbeing, and working with teachers and SEN staff to support individual development.

Qualifications

• Empathy and patience when supporting SEMH pupils.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and small-group emotional support.
• Experience or interest in mental health, psychology or counselling would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and pastoral support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Build trusting relationships and provide consistent support.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group activities to promote wellbeing.
• Recognise triggers and respond appropriately to pupils' needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and engagement in class.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals to support development.

Skills

Empathy

Pastoral support

Emotional regulation

Education

Degree in Psychology

Job description

Academics Ltd. is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a Reading school, starting ASAP.

You will provide emotional and pastoral support to pupils experiencing mental health challenges, helping them build resilience and access education. The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, promoting emotional regulation and wellbeing, and working with teachers and SEN staff to support individual development.