At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and help them thrive in a primary school setting.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Greenwich known for its inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, professional development, and hands-on experience in SEND support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on mental health and child development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: 2:1 degree or higher and previous child-centred experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to build meaningful experience within a primary school setting? A welcoming and highly inclusive primary school in Greenwich is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant to join from September 2026 on a full-time, long-term basis until July 2027.
This role is particularly well suited to graduates interested in Educational Psychology, Child Therapy, CAMHS, Speech & Language Therapy or wider SEND-focused careers. The school has developed a strong reputation for pastoral care, early intervention and SEND support, with experienced inclusion staff working closely alongside external professionals to support pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and speech and language needs.
Mental Health Support Assistant – What the School Offers- Long-term experience within a highly supportive SEND environment
- Weekly CPD and training focused on behaviour, safeguarding and SEMH support
- Exposure to advice and strategies from Educational Psychologists and Speech & Language Therapists
- Weekly pay of £444–£513 via PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
- Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs through 1:1 and group intervention
- Assisting teachers in adapting classroom activities for individual pupils
- Building positive relationships that encourage confidence and emotional regulation
- Supporting communication, engagement and social development across the school day
- Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SEND professionals and families
Holds a 2:1 degree or higher from a leading UK university. Has previous child-centred experience supporting young people. Has a genuine passion for SEND, mental health and child development.
Teaching Assistant- Children and Young People in Greenwich employer: Ribbons & Reeves
Ribbons & Reeves is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment for those passionate about supporting children with additional needs. With a strong focus on professional development through weekly training and collaboration with experienced professionals, employees can expect meaningful growth opportunities while making a significant impact in the lives of young people in a welcoming primary school setting in Greenwich.
