SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An educational support provider in Bracknell is seeking a dedicated SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting ASAP. The role focuses on providing essential support to young people with additional needs, including Autism and ADHD. Ideal candidates are psychology or education graduates or those passionate about mental health. Responsibilities include assisting students emotionally and academically, implementing support strategies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This role offers a unique opportunity for those aiming for careers in educational psychology or SEN teaching.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with children, particularly those with additional needs.
• Strong interest in SEN and mental health support.
• Ability to implement behavior support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support for students with SEN and mental health needs.
• Help students regulate emotions and build emotional resilience.
• Support learning engagement and independence.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Ability to support communication

Emotional resilience building

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, Counselling, or Education

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 a 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 its potential.

Key Details

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

The SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant role will involve:

• 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 strategiesWorking closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral teams

This SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant 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 this advert.