Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs

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

Job summary

An inclusive specialist school in Bath seeks a Teaching Assistant to support children aged 8 to 18 facing mental health and behavioral challenges. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology to gain practical experience alongside professionals in the field. The role emphasizes resilience, communication, and understanding of complex needs, making it ideal for aspiring educational psychologists, therapists, or criminal justice professionals.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology encouraged.
• Experience with SEN children or adults preferred.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 8-18 with mental health and behavioral challenges.
• Collaborate with therapists and psychologists on-site.
• Assist in the personal development and wellbeing of students.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification or higher in related field

Degree in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology

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Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs, Bath

Location: Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: 0d314a3b4af0

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

ASAP Start

Platform for future psychologists, therapists, counsellors, and other relevant fields such as criminal justice.

Would you like a role supporting the mental health of young people?

Supporting young children and adolescents aged 8 to 18 with trauma, mental health, and behavioural challenges, as well as Looked After Children.

An inclusive specialist school for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs based in Bath is looking for Teaching Assistants to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Graduates qualified in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology are encouraged to apply, but candidates with relevant experience will also be considered. The school has excellent transport links, and the role is full-time, starting ASAP. The students, aged 8 to 18, have significant developmental trauma, emotional needs, and behavioural challenges, and the successful candidate will support their wellbeing and personal development.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside therapists and psychologists on-site. You will gain practical experience with young people with significant needs, learning how to communicate and support them with guidance from trained professionals. You will also gain experience working with Special Needs such as Autism and ADHD. This role is ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists, therapists, counsellors, teachers, or criminal justice professionals.

The school seeks a Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative. Resilience and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are desirable qualities.

Key details:

• Teaching Assistant for children with Mental Health needs
• Social and Emotional Mental Health Support
• ASAP Start
• Location: Bath
• Salary: £90-£100 per day
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4 pm
• Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates
• Experience is not essential but preferred

The children require a teaching assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and ready for a challenge. Experience can include working with SEN children or adults in any setting, including personal experience. Level 3 qualifications or higher are required, with a degree being highly desirable.