SEN & Mental Health Teaching Assistant — Path to Therapy

Academics; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Cheltenham is seeking an SEN/Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic Special Needs School starting immediately. The role involves providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils aged 5–18 with complex needs, guiding their academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

You will work closely with educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and counsellors to support neurodiversity and mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with complex educational needs.
• Ability to monitor academic progress and wellbeing.
• Good interpersonal skills and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Help monitor academic achievements and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage social interaction and positive decision-making.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small group support

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Academics in Cheltenham is seeking an SEN/Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic Special Needs School starting immediately. The role involves providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils aged 5–18 with complex needs, guiding their academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

You will work closely with educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and counsellors to support neurodiversity and mental health challenges.