At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' mental health and foster a positive learning environment.
- Company: A lovely specialist school in Reading with a dedicated team.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Great stepping stone for careers in education, psychology, or counselling.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping others and some experience working with children.
Come and join our dedicated team in a lovely specialist school in Reading! They are on the hunt for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to make a profound impact on their students. The position is to start ASAP.
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment while ensuring that all students receive the individualised guidance they need to thrive in the classroom. You will engage with students aged 4 to 16 and help the class teacher deliver tailored support based on their unique learning requirements.
Your job will be to inspire and motivate the students while also building their confidence. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the class teacher and help implement strategies and interventions that will promote their academic growth and ability to overcome challenges.
While working as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will benefit from being surrounded by a supportive team of staff and have opportunities to shadow and learn from other experienced professionals. This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for a stepping stone into a career in education, psychology, or as a counsellor or therapist.
The successful Mental Health Teaching Assistant:
- To be successful in this role, you will need to have a passion and eagerness to make a difference.
- You will be compassionate and empathetic but also confident.
- Some experience working with children is essential.
- Experience working with children who have additional needs or struggle with a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, or other challenging needs will be an advantage.
If you are looking to make a difference, then apply now! This role will surely be rewarding.
Key information:
- Mental Health Teaching Assistant
- Reading
- £90 - £110 per day
- Good travel links
- ASAP Start
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Reading in Calcot employer: Academics
Academics in Portsmouth is an excellent employer for supply teachers, offering flexible working hours and competitive pay rates that allow educators to maintain a healthy work-life balance. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive network of diverse schools, employees can enhance their teaching skills while enjoying the variety of day-to-day assignments. This role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying the benefits of a dynamic work environment.
