SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Newbury is seeking a SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role involves working with students who have complex needs, providing emotional support and helping them regulate their behavior. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and a passion for children's mental health and development. This position offers full-time hours from Monday to Friday, with a salary between £89–£100 per day.

Qualifications

• Passion for mental health and child development.
• Ability to support pupils with complex needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in regulating behaviour and developing coping strategies.
• Deliver individualised support through tailored interventions.
• Help create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff to implement support plans.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour management

Emotional support

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Education

Degree in Counselling

Degree in Criminology

Job description

SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant – Newbury

ASAP Start – Full-Time role

Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with SEN and mental health needs?

A welcoming SEN school in Newbury is recruiting a SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and trauma-related behaviours. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of educators, therapists, and support staff to help pupils manage their emotions, engage in learning, and reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for aspiring therapists, social workers, educational psychologists, or anyone with a passion for mental health and child development.

Key Information:

• Role: SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant
• Location: Newbury
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £89–£100 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Suitable for: Psychology, Education, Counselling, or Criminology graduates

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in regulating behaviour and developing emotional coping strategies
• Deliver individualised support both in lessons and through tailored interventions
• Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with teaching and therapeutic staff to implement support plans

If you are an empathetic and motivated individual eager to build a meaningful career supporting vulnerable children, apply now to become a SEN and Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Newbury.