SEN And Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A dedicated specialist school is seeking an SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Bracknell. This full-time role offers an immediate start and involves supporting students with various needs including autism and anxiety. Ideal for graduates or anyone passionate about mental health, this position provides significant experience for careers in educational psychology or SEN teaching. The school promotes a nurturing and therapeutic environment, ensuring all children can reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Counselling, or Education.
• Compassionate and patient individuals preferred.
• Experience working with children with special educational needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and group support across SEN and mental health needs.
• Helping students regulate emotions and build emotional resilience.
• Supporting communication, independence, and engagement in learning.
• Implementing behaviour support and wellbeing strategies.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and pastoral teams.

Job description

SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Bracknell

Full‑Time Role – Immediate Start

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional needs?

A supportive and inclusive specialist school in Bracknell is seeking an SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to build experience in SEN, mental health, therapeutic education, or children’s support work.

You will be working with pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication needs, anxiety, trauma‑related behaviours and other learning differences. The school prides itself on its nurturing ethos, therapeutic environment, and commitment to helping every child reach their potential.

Key Details

• Role: SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant
• Location: Bracknell
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Salary: £89‑£100 per day
• Ideal for: Psychology, Criminology, Counselling, Education graduates or anyone passionate about SEN and mental health

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and group support across SEN and mental health needs
• Helping students regulate emotions and build emotional resilience
• Supporting communication, independence, and engagement in learning
• Implementing behaviour support and wellbeing strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and pastoral teams

This role offers invaluable experience for those hoping to progress into careers such as educational psychology, therapy, SEN teaching, youth work or mental health support.

If you’re compassionate, patient and eager to empower young people—apply today! Contact Ed at Academics or apply directly to the advert.