Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Northampton
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Temp to Perm / Long-Term
Are you passionate about supporting young people with their mental health, emotional wellbeing and education?
Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive educational setting, helping pupils who may experience SEMH needs, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties and barriers to learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in mental health, youth work, care, support work or education who wants to make a real difference in a school environment.
The Role:
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils experiencing mental health and emotional wellbeing challenges.
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Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent, supportive adult.
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Support pupils with emotional regulation, confidence and re-engagement with learning.
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Use positive behaviour strategies and a calm, patient approach when managing challenging situations.
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Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support individual pupil needs.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
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Has experience supporting children or young people with mental health or SEMH needs.
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May have a background in mental health support, residential care, youth work, counselling or education.
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Is empathetic, resilient and confident building relationships with young people.
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Can remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
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Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential.
Why Apply?
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Full-time, Monday to Friday opportunity.
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Opportunity to develop your experience within education.
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Ongoing support from your Tradewind consultant.
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Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.
If you're looking to bring your experience into education and make a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today or contact Alana at Tradewind Recruitment:
Mental Health Specialist Teaching Assistant in Northampton employer: Tradewind Recruitment Careers
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer for teachers seeking a fulfilling role in Barnet primary schools. With a strong commitment to professional development, a collaborative work culture, and transparent pay structures, we empower educators to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. Our focus on personalised learning and support for diverse needs ensures that every teacher can contribute to a vibrant educational environment.
Contact Details:
Tradewind Recruitment Careers Recruitment Team
