244 mental health support worker jobs found

Mental Health Support Workers - Make a Real Difference in Schools Are you passionate about supporting young people's emotional wellbeing and helping them succeed? Prospero Teaching is recruiting dedicated Mental Health Support Workers to work across Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools throughout Dorset. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils' lives-supporting them to feel safe, understood, and ready to learn. You'll play a vital role in helping young people navigate emotional, social, and mental health challenges within a supportive school environment. 💙 The Role You'll work closely with students, schools, and support teams to promote positive mental health and wellbeing: * Provide 1:1 and small-group emotional wellbeing support * Support pupils experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, or social difficulties * Help students build coping strategies, confidence, and resilience * Collaborate with pastoral, SEN, and safeguarding teams * Monitor...

Support Worker Learning Disabilities and Mental Health - SW London - SEND school Timeplan is currently working with a large SEN school in South West London, who are recruiting several child support workers to start ASAP. All positions are full-time long-term opportunities The school: An Alternative Schooling Provision which caters for young adults aged 10- 19 with various SEN including Mental Health, Complex Needs and Autism. The position: Your role will involve supporting the class teacher, Support Staff and multi agency teams devise learning and care plans and to encourage the child/ young person to reach their full potential. You will be required to set clear boundaries and manage triggers of challenging behaviour whilst supporting the child academically, emotionally and socially. Children at this school have multiple complex and sensory needs- Support workers looking to be trained as Teaching Assistants/ Cover supervisors are encouraged to apply. Psychology graduates...

SEMH Teaching Assistant Job Category: Specialist Provision Job Type: Full Time/Part Time – Long term regular days Job Location: Wigan area Pay Rate: £95-105 per day Start Date: ASAP/ Opportunities for September are available About the role: Edstaff are working a number of Specialist provisions across the Wigan area, which cater for Pupils aged 11 – 16 years with Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural needs. We are seeking a number of dedicated, passionate and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in Specialist schools across the Wigan area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a positive impact on students’ education. You will be working closely with pupils who require additional support with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement within the classroom. This is a relationship-led role, ideal for someone who can remain calm, consistent and patient at all times as well as always being proactive, resilient and personable....

SEND Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support Job Category: Specialist Provision – Primary Job Type: Full Time/Part Time – Long term regular days Job Location: Wigan area Pay Rate: £95-105 per day Start Date: ASAP/Opportunities for September are available About the role: Edstaff are working a Specialist provisions across the Wigan area, which cater for Pupils aged 5-11 years with Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural needs. We are seeking a number of dedicated, passionate and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in Specialist schools across the Wigan area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a positive impact on students’ education. You will be working closely with pupils who require additional support with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement within the classroom. This is a relationship-led role, ideal for someone who can remain calm, consistent and patient at all times as well as always being proactive,...

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire Job Type: Full-time, Long-term (Academic Year Placement) Start Date: September 2026 Are you an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or Youth Worker looking for a highly rewarding role where you can truly transform a young person's educational journey? We are looking for a resilient, highly empathetic, and qualified (or thoroughly experienced equivalent) SEMH Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged students within the Blackpool area for the upcoming 2026/27 academic year. This full-time role focuses on providing specialist nurture, emotional regulation, and academic support to vulnerable pupils facing barriers related to Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The Role In this role, you will work closely with the school's pastoral team and SENDCo to support students who find the standard classroom environment overwhelming. You will be the steady, encouraging presence that helps them navigate their school day,...

If you are a passionate, patient and creative Teacher, Tutor or TA with teaching qualifications and experience with SEN learners, we want to hear from you! As an outreach Tutor for Chalkline, you would be considered an agency worker. There is no need register as self-employed, but if you prefer it that way, we can still work with you. As an Outreach Tutor, you will be expected to adapt your approach to the individual you are working with, and have the ability to quickly develop rapport with children and young people in order to support them in a way that works for them, and allows them to achieve their potential. You will need to have an excellent understanding of SEND, have strong behaviour management skills and be proactive. Your role will involve tutoring and supporting children and ensuring that information is retained before the end of each session. You will also need to have a good base level of Maths and English in order to effectively support the children you work with...

Join Our Team of SEN Support Workers Make a real difference in young lives with GSL Education Location: Leicester Hours: Full Time – Term Time Only- Temp to Perm (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm) / Bank options also available  Pay: £93 – £100 per day (Teaching Assistant Level 2 Salary) ‍ Are you a caring and resilient individual with a background in: Care work or Mental Health? Graduates seeking hands-on experience? Carers or Support Workers looking to transition into education? Then we want to hear from you! GSL Education are working with SEN Specialist schools across Leicester, supporting pupils with special educational and behavioural needs. We're hiring SEN Teaching Assistants / Support Workers to help create a nurturing and empowering learning environment for children and young people. Your Role Will Include: Supporting students aged 5–16 with additional needs Providing tailored, 1:1 and group learning support Assisting with personal care (where required)...

We are currently recruiting confident, resilient, and compassionate Youth Workers and SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a well-established PRU in Cardiff. This alternative provision supports pupils aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, and Additional Learning Needs (ALN). If you have experience in youth work, SEND education, alternative provision, or behaviour support, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within specialist education settings. About the PRU Role This Pupil Referral Unit provides structured, supportive education for students who require a more personalised and therapeutic approach to learning. As a Youth Worker, ALN Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small group support Support pupils with SEMH, EBD, ADHD and trauma-related needs Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour Help deliver personalised learning and behaviour plans...

Are you passionate about mental health, behaviour, and supporting young people to overcome challenges? Are you considering a future career in psychology, counselling, youth work, mental health services or therapy? A welcoming and vibrant specialist school in Swindon is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Worker to join their team, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside additional challenges such as ADHD, autism, learning disabilities and trauma-related needs. Many students have faced barriers to learning and require patient, consistent support from trusted adults who can help them build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships. As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping students feel supported, engaged, and motivated throughout the school day. You'll work closely with teachers and support staff to create a positive and consistent learning environment where every student can succeed. This role...

Location: Preston or Blackpool, Lancashire (Placements based entirely on your location/commute) Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (September 2026 Start) Pay Type: Transparent Weekly Pay (Strictly PAYE - No Umbrella Company Fees) Start Date: September 2026 Are you passionate about mentoring young people and breaking down barriers to learning? We are seeking resilient, empathetic, and highly motivated Pastoral Support Workers and Behaviour Mentors to join the support teams within vibrant secondary schools across Preston and Blackpool for the upcoming academic year. If you are a graduate looking for classroom experience, a sports coach, an ex-military/emergency services professional, a youth worker, or someone with a strong background in mental health or care, your skills are in high demand. In this role, you won't be standing at the front of a classroom teaching curriculum. Instead, you will be on the frontline of student well-being-working 1-on-1 and in small groups with...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate Opportunity - SEN School Are you a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN), mental health and child development? Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Counselling, Therapy, Social Worker, Speech and Language Therapy or Teaching? A supportive SEN School in Witney is seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and associated mental health needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to develop valuable experience supporting children with additional learning needs and disabilities. As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in promoting independence, communication, sensory regulation, and emotional wellbeing for children who require high levels of...

SEND Secondary Tutor - Wokingham Make a Meaningful Difference Through Personalised Education Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you enjoy helping students build confidence, develop essential skills, and achieve positive outcomes through personalised support? Quantum Scholars is seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate SEND Secondary Tutor to provide tailored 1:1 tuition and educational support to secondary-aged pupils in Wokingham. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work closely with young people who require alternative provision or additional support outside of a mainstream classroom setting. Through engaging and individualised learning sessions, you will help students overcome barriers to education, re-engage with learning, and make meaningful progress both academically and personally. We welcome applications from tutors, teachers, teaching assistants, learning support assistants, SEND...

SEND Primary Tutor - Wokingham Make a Meaningful Difference Through Personalised Education Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you enjoy helping young learners build confidence, develop essential skills, and achieve positive outcomes through personalised support? Quantum Scholars is seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate SEND Primary Tutor to provide tailored 1:1 tuition and educational support to primary-aged pupils in Wokingham. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work closely with children who require alternative provision or additional support outside of a mainstream classroom setting. Through engaging and individualised learning sessions, you will help pupils overcome barriers to education, re-engage with learning, and make meaningful progress both academically and personally. We welcome applications from tutors, teachers, teaching assistants, learning support assistants, SEND...

Location: Preston, Lancashire (PR) Salary: NJC Pay Scale (Dependent on experience / Spinal Column Point) Contract Type: Full-Time, 1-Year Fixed Term Contract Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate) Are you an experienced Youth Worker, Mentor, or Sports Coach looking to make a lasting impact inside Preston schools? We are looking for a dedicated and resilient Behavior Support Worker to work across local secondary schools in the Preston area. This is a 1-year fixed-term contract starting in September 2026 (with potential for an earlier start) designed for someone who excels at breaking down barriers to learning and supporting students with challenging behaviour or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. If you have a background in community youth work, sports coaching, or alternative provision and want to transition into a structured school environment, this role offers the perfect platform. Key Responsibilities: Behaviour Mentorship: Work...

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY) Salary: Aligned with NJC Pay Scale (Paid to scale from Day 1 based on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate) Are you a resilient, empathetic, and passionate individual looking to support youth with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a forward-thinking secondary school environment right here in Blackpool. Whether you are an experienced SEN TA, a community youth worker, or a psychology graduate looking to build your career in education, this is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a measurable difference. We believe that exceptional support staff deserve fair, transparent compensation. That's why this position offers official NJC (National Joint Council) scale pay from Day 1 ensuring your expertise and hard work are fully valued right from the start. Key Responsibilities: Targeted SEMH Support:...

1:1 Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Stockport Start Date: ASAP Pay: £110 - £130 per day Tradewind Recruitment Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated 1:1 Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support a student within a thriving Secondary School in Stockport. This is a full-time position starting ASAP and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational journey of a young person who requires additional behavioural and emotional support. We are seeking resilient, compassionate and highly skilled candidates who have a proven background supporting young people with behavioural challenges and additional needs within educational settings. Important Applicant Requirements Only applicants with previous school-based experience will be considered. To be eligible for this role, candidates must have: A minimum of 2 years' experience working within schools or educational settings Experience supporting students...

SEN Cover Supervisor Sheffield | In-Person | Flexible Hours | Supply Basis Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting enthusiastic, adaptable, and confident SEN Cover Supervisors to work across specialist schools and provisions throughout Sheffield on a supply basis. This rewarding role involves supervising and supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the absence of the class teacher. You will play a key role in maintaining a positive learning environment, ensuring students remain engaged with their learning while receiving the support they need to succeed. Working across a range of specialist settings, you will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The Role Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the classroom teacher. Supervise and...

SEND Education Tutor - Slough & Berkshire Make a Lasting Difference Through Personalised Education Are you passionate about helping children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) reach their full potential? Do you thrive in a role where you can provide individualised support, build meaningful relationships, and positively impact a student's educational journey? At Quantum Scholars, we are looking for dedicated, empathetic, and adaptable SEND Education Tutors to deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition and intervention support to pupils across Slough and the surrounding Berkshire area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with learners who require alternative educational provision, helping them overcome barriers to learning, rebuild confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally. We welcome applications from individuals with experience in education, mentoring, youth work, pastoral care, SEND support, alternative...

Youth Worker in Schools Do you have what it takes to work with children and young people with challenging behaviour? Have you worked with children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Can you engage with, motivate, and inspire young people? The Job… Working in schools across Staffordshire, Cheshire, Stoke on Trent, and Newcastle under Lyme, your role will be part teaching classroom assistant, and part pastoral youth support worker. Your role will be a classroom youth worker- helping children who have been through trauma, those with mental health and emotional needs. Supporting the children in managing their behaviours, regulating their emotions, and engaging with the school day. You'll be emotionally resilient, and able to handle whatever challenges the day throws at you. You'll be driven, determined, and passionate about ensuring the children and young people you work with, thrive in their future. You'll Be… Experienced working with young people with...

Are you motivated and committed to making a real difference in the lives of children who have experienced early childhood trauma? Could you be the person who helps shape their future in a positive way? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you confident working with Looked After Children (LAC) and those within the care system? Have you previously worked in a residential support role? The Role… Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children Working within a small, specialist school designed for Looked After Children who have experienced early trauma, you will provide vital classroom support. You will help pupils to succeed within an educational setting by using a therapeutic approach to behaviour, teaching, and learning. The school caters for students across Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 4 and delivers a broad, balanced curriculum. A strong pastoral approach is essential-your role will involve...