Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Aylesbury
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?
Do you have experience supporting children or young people with mental health needs, trauma, anxiety or challenging behaviour? If you're patient, resilient and passionate about helping vulnerable learners succeed, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Academics is working in partnership with a leading specialist SEMH provision in Aylesbury to recruit a Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a September start. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The Role
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils aged 5-16 with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and behaviour specialists, you will help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Helping students regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
- Promoting engagement with learning through structured, consistent support.
- Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences.
- Encouraging positive behaviour using restorative and therapeutic approaches.
- Working collaboratively with the wider school team to deliver personalised support plans.
About You
The school is looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to improving the lives of young people.
You may have experience in:
- SEMH or SEN settings
- Youth work
- Residential care
- Alternative provision or PRUs
- Behaviour mentoring
- Children's support work
- Mental health services
Applications are also welcomed from graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Social Work, Counselling or related subjects who are looking to build experience within education. xgikmsk
What the School Offers
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with a September start.
- Salary between £19,000 and £24,000
Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Walton 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.
