244 support worker with mental health experience jobs found

Residential Support Worker - SEND (Special Educational Needs)  The role will include supporting 16-25-year-olds who have Autism, Learning Difficulties, and Mental Health difficulties. Students live in houses in and around Sheffield, with their peers and staff. The goal is to develop their independent living skills and participate fully in the running of the household, including meal planning, shopping, social activities, and household tasks. Staff will work closely with students to ensure they get the support they need to learn how to live more independently and make safe decisions. The Residential Support Worker will need to: •              Be a patient and caring approach when providing all aspects of care •              Be strong-willed and comfortable with challenging behaviour •              Have experience in one-to-one support to encourage independence and raise self-esteem •              Respect privacy and dignity at all times •              Be flexible and...

Start a rewarding career as an School Support Worker - in Kempston We are working on behalf of a SEN Specilaist School who are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates in Kempston who are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs. Join a welcoming and supportive team at an outstanding SEN school in Kempston, where your skills and commitment will be truly valued. Fantastic Opportunity in the Education and Training Sector Location: Kempston Pay: £460-£500 per week Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term-time only As a School Support Worker and gain valuable experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD. You'll support students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD, helping them build confidence, regulate emotions, and engage in learning. This role is perfect if you're considering a future in clinical psychology, counselling, social work, youth justice, or education and want valuable hands-on experience. What We Offer No evening,...

Five Education are recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a special school in Chard. The role is to support identified pupils with Special Education Needs (SEN) and/ or mental health challenges. This work will be supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups. Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND such as autism and an ability to manage challenging behaviour is desirable. The right person for this role will be kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. The role will involve: · Assisting pupils throughout the day, helping them to remain focused and on task. · Guide the pupils when they are struggling, and help them to become regulated and calm. Who We're Looking For: - Emotionally resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations - Strong communicator with a positive and proactive mindset - Able to build rapport with young people, particularly those who may struggle to trust adults - Previous experience isn't essential, but backgrounds in youth...

Learning Support Worker - Special Primary School - Canning Town, East London SENCare Recruitment are currently working on behalf of a special primary school that is seeking experienced teaching assistants to support children who have autism, mild and profound needs and SEMH. Start: ASAP Duration: 5 days a week - ongoing. Hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm The ideal teaching assistant - * will have at least 6 months experience supporting students with autism, social emotional mental health difficulties, some profound needs. * experience supporting students aged 4 - 11 * will provide personal care * able to follow students ECHPs * experienced with ASD, PMLD, SEMH, trauma, sensory processing, and social communication teaching background * the ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with vulnerable students * have a clear DBS registered to the update service - child and adult checked. About us: SENCare Recruitment provides Special Educational Needs (SEN)...

Mental Health Support - Islington * Mental Health Support in School required * SEMH School in Islington * FULL TIME and long term opportunity Mental Health Support - Islington Are you an experienced Mental Health Support Worker, Behaviour TA or SEMH experienced LSA who is looking for a new opportunity? Are you passionate about making a difference in and working with children with emotional needs, mental health and trauma? The School Reeson Education is currently recruiting for a specialist setting. The provision provides quality education for children with complex backgrounds, mental health issues and sometimes challenging behaviour. Pupils have mental health needs including Anxiety, Depression, Self harm, Autism, AHDH, ODD and Schizophrenia. They require a strong and resilient support worker who will be patient, caring, understanding, firm and fair. Person Specification Previous experience of supporting students with SEN, mental health and/or challenging behaviour...

Teaching Assistant for Trauma Impacted Looked After Children Are you passionate and driven to improve the lives and prospects of children who have experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACE)? Do you have experience of supporting pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health needs? Are you confident in working with Looked After Children (LAC) and those in the care system? Have you ever working in a residential support worker role? The Job… Working in a school for Looked After Children who have experienced childhood trauma or ACE, your role will be classroom support. Helping the children to thrive in an educational setting, you will support them with a therapeutic approach to behaviour management, and teaching and learning. The school supports children from Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, and Key Stage 4, and offers a full curriculum. Helping the children in a pastoral manner will be key- your role will be to help them to engage with their education, whilst...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: West London (Alternative Provision) Contract Type: Full-Time (Term-Time Only) Salary: £110 - £130 per day Are you passionate about supporting young people who need additional guidance to thrive? Do you have the resilience, patience, and commitment to help students overcome social, emotional, or behavioural challenges? An established Alternative Provision in West London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their supportive and forward-thinking team. The provision caters for students aged 11-16 who face barriers to mainstream education and require structured, personalised support to achieve their potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to students, following teacher direction and using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs. Build positive, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement, self-regulation, and confidence. Work collaboratively with...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: West London (Alternative Provision) Contract Type: Full-Time (Term-Time Only) Salary: £110 - £130 per day Are you passionate about supporting young people who need additional guidance to thrive? Do you have the resilience, patience, and commitment to help students overcome social, emotional, or behavioural challenges? An established Alternative Provision in West London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their supportive and forward-thinking team. The provision caters for students aged 11-16 who face barriers to mainstream education and require structured, personalised support to achieve their potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to students, following teacher direction and using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs. Build positive, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement, self-regulation, and confidence. Work collaboratively with...

Cover Supervisor - Alternative Provision (Preston) Location: Preston, Lancashire (PR1/PR2) Salary: £100 - £144.89 per day (Dependent on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: ASAP / September 2026 The Role Are you a confident, adaptable, and resilient individual looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? A leading Alternative Provision in Preston is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their team. Unlike a mainstream setting, our AP supports students who have faced barriers to education, including SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs and challenging behaviours. As a Cover Supervisor, you won't just be "babysitting" a class; you will be a mentor, a stabiliser, and a consistent face for students who need it most. Key Responsibilities Classroom Management: Lead whole-class sessions across various subjects using pre-set work, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment. Behavior Support: Implement...

SEMH 1:1 Support Assistant - Year 10 (Temp to Perm) Location: Blackburn, Lancashire (BB1/BB2) Salary: £92.89 - £115.89 per day (Depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: ASAP / September 2026 Trial Period: Temporary with a clear view to a Permanent Contract The Opportunity Are you a resilient, empathetic, and dedicated support professional looking to make a genuine impact in a specialist setting? A leading SEMH School in Blackburn is seeking a specialist 1:1 Support Assistant to work exclusively with a Year 10 pupil. This is a vital role focused on building a consistent, trusting relationship with a student during their critical GCSE years. The school is looking for someone who wants to grow with them, offering this role on a temp-to-perm basis to ensure the right fit for both you and the pupil. Key Responsibilities 1:1 Mentorship: Provide dedicated emotional and academic support to a Year 10 pupil with Social, Emotional, and Mental...

Pastoral Support Worker - SEND Schools (Northampton) Are you a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking experienced Pastoral Support Workers to work across our partner SEND schools in Northampton. In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including autism (ASC), ADHD, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Your primary focus will be on promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning. You will work closely with teaching staff and SEN teams to deliver targeted pastoral interventions, de-escalate challenging situations, and help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. You will play a key role in creating a safe and structured environment, supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom. This may include running small...

Behaviour Support Worker (Team Teach Trained) – Leeds Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Job Type: Full-time / Part-time  Are you looking for Behaviour Support Worker role in Leeds? We are recruiting passionate and resilient individuals with Team Teach training (or willingness to train) to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and behavioural challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates searching for support worker roles in Leeds, SEN roles, or de-escalation and behaviour management positions in education and care settings. Key Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 behaviour support and small group support in schools or care settings • Use Team Teach de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour • Support pupils with SEN, autism, ADHD, and social, emotional & mental health needs (SEMH) • Implement and follow behaviour support plans • Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment Requirements: • Team Teach...

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large SEND School in Stockport, SK2. SLT are looking for candidate's with a Sports Coaching background to work as a Teaching Assistant with a number of identified pupils. The school is a SEND School, with a diverse pupils intake, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Social Emotional Mental Health needs. Pupils may exhibit behaviours that challenge so potential candidates need to be confident supporting those with SEMH needs, be resilient in their approach and committed and passionate about understanding the 'bigger picture'. Pupils follow a curriculum pathway and need support to support their engagement, emotional regulation and sensory needs. This role is an ideal opportunity for those who have experience as a Sports Coach or Youth Worker as a natural ability to build relationships with pupils who may be resistant to education is essential and will really help you excel in this role. Training is provide by the...

Mental Health Support - Barking and Dagenham * Mental Health Support in School required * SEMH and SEN School in Barking * FULL TIME and long term opportunity Mental Health Support - Barking and Dagenham Are you an experienced Mental Health Support Worker, Behaviour TA or SEMH experienced LSA who is looking for a new opportunity? Are you passionate about making a difference in and working with children with emotional needs, mental health and trauma? The School Reeson Education is currently recruiting for a specialist setting. The provision provides quality education for children with complex backgrounds, mental health issues and sometimes challenging behaviour. Pupils have mental health needs including Anxiety, Depression, Self harm, Autism, AHDH, ODD and Schizophrenia. They require a strong and resilient support worker who will be patient, caring, understanding, firm and fair. Person Specification Previous experience of supporting students with SEN, mental health and/or...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker – SEMH Experience Essential Location: Birmingham Pay Rate: £90–£95 per day (dependent on experience) Start Date: Immediate Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time Are you a resilient, compassionate Behaviour Support Worker with proven SEMH experience? A well-regarded secondary school in Birmingham, working in partnership with GSL Education, is seeking a committed Behaviour Support Worker to provide consistent pastoral and behavioural support to pupils aged 11–18. SEMH experience is a must for this role. You will support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, including those who struggle with emotional regulation, challenging behaviour, and engagement in learning. Your role will be key in creating a calm, structured, and supportive environment that promotes positive choices and personal growth. The school is recognised for its strong academic standards and...

Make a Real Impact - Join Our Supportive Education Community At Simply Education, we are dedicated to improving outcomes for young people who need it most. We are currently partnering with schools and local authorities across Northamptonshire and are seeking committed and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils within specialist schools. You will work closely with children and young people who have a range of additional needs, including SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges. Your support will help pupils engage in learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential. We support learners with a variety of needs, including: Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) This role offers the chance to work in a flexible, person-centred way, supporting students both academically and emotionally. We are looking for...

Pastoral Support Worker (Student Wellbeing) Location: Winchester, Hampshire Contract: Fixed-term (1 year initially), term-time only, 32.5 hours per week Salary: £18,923 - £19,718 actual salary Start: June 2026   We're working with a well-regarded secondary school in Winchester to recruit a Pastoral Support Worker to join their dedicated wellbeing team. This Pastoral Support Worker role focuses on supporting students with their emotional health, behaviour and overall wellbeing.   This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about student support to make a real impact in a structured, supportive school environment.   The Pastoral Support Worker role includes: Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Delivering interventions focused on wellbeing, confidence and behaviour Working closely with the safeguarding and pastoral teams Liaising with parents, staff and external agencies Supporting students in reset/seclusion and following pastoral plans...

Five Education are recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a special school in Yeovil. The role is to support identified pupils with Special Education Needs (SEN) and/ or mental health challenges. This work will be supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups. Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND such as Autism and an ability to manage challenging behaviour is desirable. The right person for this role will be kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. The role will involve: · Assisting pupils throughout the day, helping them to remain focused and on task. · Guide the pupils when they are struggling, and help them to become regulated and calm. Who We're Looking For: - Emotionally resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations - Strong communicator with a positive and proactive mindset - Able to build rapport with young people, particularly those who may struggle to trust adults - Previous experience isn't essential, but backgrounds in youth...

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a supportive and well-resourced alternate provision school in Bristol. This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Both full-time and part-time opportunities may be available. Salary: £(Apply online only) per day Key Responsibilities: - Plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons to meet the individual needs of pupils with SEMH needs. - Deliver creative and differentiated sessions to small groups of students who may display challenging behaviour. - Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, helping them to regulate emotions and develop coping strategies. - Maintain clear communication with parents and carers where appropriate. - Ensure safeguarding procedures and school policies are followed at all times. What We're Looking For: -...

Job description Do you have experience in youth work, looking for work as a Teaching assistant to work in alternative provision or Pupil referrals supporting young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs? Career Teachers are working with a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Haringey(North London) and several SEND/ALN schools to recruit confident, resilient, and passionate staff to support pupils aged 11-16 with a wide range of complex needs. These roles suit candidates with experience in youth work, SEMH, challenging behaviour, alternative provision, or SEND classrooms. If you are calm under pressure, strong with boundaries, and motivated to make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. About the Role - PRU & SEND Support As a Youth Worker / ALN LSA / SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with: * SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs) * EBD (Emotional & Behavioural...