Teaching Assistant - Mental Health (Slough)

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

Job summary

A specialist school in Wokingham is looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant - Mental Health starting ASAP. This role involves supporting young people aged 8 to 18 facing mental health and behavioural challenges. Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology, the position offers valuable experience while making a significant impact on students' lives. Candidates with a compassionate and proactive approach are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology.
• Experience preferred but not essential.
• A compassionate, resilient, proactive approach needed.

Responsibilities

• Support children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.
• Work alongside therapists and psychologists in a dynamic setting.
• Gaining hands-on experience with children with significant emotional needs.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Proactivity

Education

Graduate in Psychology

Graduate in Counselling

Graduate in Criminology

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Mental Health –Slough
ASAP Start – Full-Time Position

Are you passionate about supporting the mental health of young people?

A specialist school in Wokingham for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) is seeking a Teaching Assistant - Mental Health to work with children and adolescents aged 8 to 18 facing trauma, mental health, and behavioural challenges, including supporting Looked After Children.

This full-time role is perfect for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or related fields, but relevant experience will also be considered. The school is based in Oxford, with great transport links across the city.

As a Teaching Assistant - Mental Health, you will work alongside therapists and psychologists, gaining valuable hands-on experience with children who have significant emotional and developmental needs. You will support their mental health, personal growth, and well-being in a dynamic setting. This role also offers experience with SEN, including Autism and ADHD.

Key Details

* Role: Teaching Assistant - Mental Health
* Location: Slough
* Salary: £80-£100 per day
* Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:00pm
* Start Date: ASAP
* Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology Graduates or anyone wanting to support children with mental health needs
* Experience: Preferred but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in psychology, therapy, counselling, teaching, or criminal justice. As a Teaching Assistant - Mental Health, you will work with children who require a compassionate, resilient, and proactive approach to their mental health needs.

If you're ready to make a difference, contact Abi @ Academics ASAP by applying directly to this advert.

Teaching Assistant - Mental Health – Slough – ASAP Start