Mental Health Support - Ascot

Mental Health Teaching Assistant – Trauma-Informed Primary School (Ages 5-11) 📍 Ascot 💰 £85-£100 per day 🕰️ Full-time | ASAP Start Are you passionate about supporting children\’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? We\’re looking for a calm, compassionate, and resilient Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a specialist trauma-informed primary school in Ascot. About the Role: This is a rewarding opportunity to support children aged 5-11 who have experienced early trauma, attachment difficulties, or adverse life experiences. You\’ll be part of a nurturing, trauma-aware team that puts emotional wellbeing and relationship-based support at the heart of everything they do. What You\’ll Be Doing: ✨ Providing one-to-one and small group emotional and academic support ✨ Helping children manage emotions, build trusting relationships and develop positive routines ✨ Assisting with classroom learning, social activities and sensory regulation strategies ✨ Working closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to create a safe, predictable and supportive environment Why This Role Matters: For many of these children, school is one of the few safe, consistent spaces in their lives. You\’ll play a vital role in helping them feel secure, valued, and ready to engage with learning – making a real difference to their daily experience and long-term outcomes. What\’s in It for You? ✔️ Hands-on experience in trauma-informed education and mental health support ✔️ Specialist training and CPD opportunities in trauma awareness, de-escalation and therapeutic approaches ✔️ A supportive, experienced team focused on relationship-based practice ✔️ A brilliant foundation for careers in education, psychology, social work, or mental health services About You: ✅ Calm, patient and emotionally resilient ✅ A genuine interest in mental health, trauma-informed practice and SEND support ✅ Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (desirable but not essential) ✅ Available for a full-time, ASAP start Ready to Make a Real Difference? Apply today and join a school where every child\’s story is heard – and every small step forward is celebrated