73 children 39 s mental health assistant jobs found

Learning Support Assistant (SEN) Salary: SCP2 Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:15pm Working Pattern: Term Time Only About the Role We are looking for a caring and motivated Learning Support Assistant to support a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will work closely with teaching staff to support learning, help manage routines and behaviour, and assist the pupil in working towards the outcomes in their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about helping children build confidence, independence, and positive engagement with learning. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one support to a pupil with SEN. Support the delivery of learning activities inside and outside the classroom. Help promote independence, confidence, and social inclusion. Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies. Support the pupil's social, emotional and mental health needs. Monitor and...

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead Rate: £95-£105 per day | Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm Temp to Perm Opportunities Available Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Hemel Hempstead, designed to support children with complex mental health difficulties and trauma. As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Northampton, you will help create a structured, nurturing environment that promotes stability, resilience, and positive learning experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team within a purpose-built setting tailored to the emotional and educational needs of each learner. Why join us as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Hemel Hempstead? Temp to perm pathways offering long-term career development Daily rate of £95-£105 High staff-to-student ratio within a specialist SEMH environment...

Cover Supervisor - Specialist SEMH School Location: Leyland , Lancashire Salary: £100 - £135.89 per day (Direct potential for permanent contract) Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term-time only) Are you a confident leader ready to make a difference in Leyland ? We are seeking a resilient and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team at a leading specialist school in Leyland . This role is unique, as you will be supporting pupils across both Primary and Secondary phases (KS1 - KS4) who have various Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This isn't your average "classroom monitoring" role. You will be the steady hand that ensures learning continues even when the regular teacher is away, providing stability for students who thrive on routine. The Role: What You'll Be Doing As a Cover Supervisor in an SEMH setting, your primary focus is engagement and de-escalation rather than subject-specific lecturing. Lead the Classroom: Deliver...

Are you an Aspiring Psychologist looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs? Do you want to build valuable experience before progressing into psychology, therapy, or mental health training? Role: Aspiring Psychologist - SEN Teaching Assistant Pay: £90 - £105 per day Contract: Full-time | Monday - Friday | Term Time Only Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year Start Date: 13/04/26 Applications Close: 07/04/26 Location: Islington We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Islington. This role is ideal for someone considering a future career in psychology, educational psychology, mental health support, or therapy. You will gain practical experience supporting children with complex additional needs in a structured and supportive environment. The school supports pupils with conditions such as ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs. You will work closely with...

Teaching Assistant Teaching Assistant Immediate start Competitive rate of pay Full-time, long-term North London £80-100 per day A teaching assistant is needed for a good (Ofsted) special educational needs (SEN) school in North London. As a teaching assistant at this SEN school, you will be working with students of all ages with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links. Being a teaching assistant at this school, you will become a part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources. Willingness to do personal care is preferred for this teaching assistant role. Your responsibilities as a teaching assistant may include: Working with and supporting students with ASD and SEMH, which may include students who are non-verbal. Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group. Promoting a positive and...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Exeter School Type: SEN School Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: 20/04/26 Working Hours: Full-time or part time cover, Tuesday to Friday (8.30 am to 3.30 pm), Monday (8.30 am to 5.00 pm) Job Description: Timeplan Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to work at a large SEN school in Exeter, providing short-term cover on a weekly basis until the end of the academic year. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to secondary age pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Your role will involve assisting students in their academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring they have equal opportunities for learning and growth. Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with...

Are you a resilient, empathetic, and committed individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Nottinghamshire from February2025. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for those who are passionate about supporting children with a variety of complex behavioural and emotional needs. The Role: You'll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to SEMH challenges. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in managing behaviour, developing trust-based relationships, and helping students regulate emotions and re-engage with education. Support may be 1:1 or within small group settings, depending on student need. What We're Looking For: Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges A calm, consistent, and patient...

Teaching Assistant Location: Cheltenham Hours: 27.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Term time only (38 weeks per year) Contract: Fixed-term until 31 August 2026 with potential to extend into next academic year Start Date: 20 April 2026 Salary: £15,651 - £17,489 dependent on experience This Teaching Assistant Opportunity: A welcoming and supportive primary school located in Cheltenham are seeking a caring and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils who require additional learning and communication support. This role will involve working closely with children who have special educational needs, including those with autism and speech and language difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and enjoys helping young learners build confidence and independence in the classroom. Benefits of this Teaching Assistant Role: - Supportive and welcoming Senior Leadership Team - Part of a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with...

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant / SEND TA Location: Luton Start Date: ASAP Salary: £90 - £100 per day Are you a looking to work in a SEND provision?   Do you have experiencing supporting children with autism? Do you have a patient and nurturing nature? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small, independent SEND school in Reading, supporting with their recruitment for a SEND Teaching Assistant / SEND TA. The school deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. As a SEND Tecahing Assistant / SEND TA, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where pupils achieve far more than they ever expected. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals...

Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Salary: £92- £95 per day (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time / Term-time only Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Corby. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and helping them succeed both academically and personally. You will work closely with students who may experience anxiety, low mood, behavioural challenges, or other mental health difficulties, providing tailored support to help them engage positively with learning and school life. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs Help students regulate emotions and develop positive coping strategies Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and adapting activities where...

Aspiring Probation Officer - Young Offenders - Mental Health - Dorking - Education and Training The School: Aspiring Probation Officer - Young Offenders - Mental Health - Dorking The school is near Dorking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details specific needs in terms of care and support. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety, which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour. The school also provides therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times. What is involved:...

Job Title: SEN Tutor - High Wycombe We are currently recruiting a passionate and resilient SEN Tutor to support learners in High Wycombe who are currently accessing education through an alternative provision. This SEN Tutor role in High Wycombe focuses on supporting children who experience Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and trauma-related barriers to learning. As an SEN Tutor, you will work with learners on a 1:1 or small group basis in High Wycombe, delivering tailored sessions designed to rebuild confidence, engagement, and a positive relationship with education. Sessions typically run in flexible 2-3 hour blocks, allowing the SEN Tutor to provide meaningful, structured support while adapting to the learner's emotional needs. This role would suit an experienced SEN Tutor, but we are also keen to speak with experienced Teaching Assistants based in High Wycombe who have strong SEN experience, relevant life experience,...

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT in Lambeth Are you looking for a new and exciting SEN TA role? Do you have experience as an SEN TA? * SEN TA - Lambeth area. * Full time positions Working with SEND is a rewarding experience, which will allow you to show your creativity and passion for finding ways to support children and young adults with SEND in their learning journey. Within Schools, you will work with four broad categories of need: Communication and interaction, Cognition and learning, Social, emotional and mental health difficulties and Sensory and/or physical needs. Education and training in Special Needs or Healthcare will be beneficial but not essential. Within the role of SEN TA, you will work alongside the class teacher and therapy teams to support each child's progress and ensure that they reach their individual goals and targets. You will also provide general support to students according to requirements for the day, whether this be personal care, hoisting or feeding....

Year 4 Behaviour Teaching Assistant Location: Waltham Forest, East London (excellent transport links) Start Date: ASAP Pay: £105 - £125 per day Contract: Long-term, full-time About the Role Long Term Futures are seeking a Behaviour Teaching Assistant to support a Year 4 pupil with behavioural needs in a welcoming and supportive primary school in Waltham Forest. This is a long-term role starting immediately, ideal for someone with strong behaviour management skills who can build positive relationships and provide consistent support throughout the school day. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support a pupil who requires additional behavioural support. The class also includes pupils with Autism (ASD) and Speech and Language needs, so experience supporting children with additional needs would be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with behavioural needs Implement behaviour strategies and support positive...

PRU Behaviour Support Job Vacancy PRU TA role in: Walsall Starting date: Immediate start Salary: £95 - 120 per day, dependent on experience Temporary Contract, ongoing position Full Time Vacancy (8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday)PRU Behaviour Support Specification We are looking for an experienced PRU Teaching Assistant for a full-time position at a Behaviour school in the Walsall area, where you will be working with students with SEMH and SEBD needs. To be considered, you should have prior experience as a PRU TA a strong understanding of the SEND school curriculum, and a compassionate, nurturing approach to your work. You must be a qualified behaviour support or Teaching Assistant - ideally level 3 or equivalent Have an excellent knowledge of the UK SEND school system Have experience working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Ideally have worked for at least 12 months within Special Needs Safeguarding level 1 trained DBS on the update service PRU/SEMH/SEBD experience Dedicated...

PRU Behaviour Support Job Vacancy PRU TA role in: Wolverhampton Starting date: January 2026 Salary: £95 - 110 per day, dependent on experience Temporary Contract, ongoing position Full Time Vacancy (8:30am - 3pm, Monday to Friday)PRU Behaviour Support Specification We are looking for an experienced PRU Teaching Assistant for a full-time position at a Behaviour school in the Wolverhampton area, where you will be working with students with SEMH and SEBD needs. This is to start September 2025 and will run ongoing as a full-time position. To be considered, you should have prior experience as a PRU TA a strong understanding of the SEND school curriculum, be committed and proactive in working with challenging young adults. You must be a qualified behaviour support or Teaching Assistant Have an excellent knowledge of the UK SEND school system Have experience working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Ideally have worked for at least 12 months within Special Needs Safeguarding level 1...

Job Title: Year 6 Teaching Assistant Location: Halifax, Calderdale Start Date: ASAP About the Role Provide Education are currently recruiting for one of our partnership village primary schools in Halifax who are seeking a caring, proactive, and reliable Teaching Assistant to support their Year 6 class from as soon as possible until the end of the summer term. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils as they prepare for their SATs, helping to build confidence, reinforce learning, and ensure all children feel supported during this important stage of their primary education. This role will involve providing targeted academic support to individuals and small groups, assisting with SATs preparation activities, and helping to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.   Key Responsibilities Support the Year 6 teacher with classroom activities and SATs preparation Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning...

Join Our Team: Teaching Assistant Needed for SEND School in Scunthorpe ! Are you a compassionate and dedicated teaching assistant ready for an exciting challenge? Do you have experience working with various special needs and challenging behaviour? Aspire People is seeking a resilient individual to join a supportive team in a Special Educational school. About the School: Our SEND school caters to children aged 6-16, offering them a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. You will join the dedicated group of teachers and support staff and will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of these students. Every child has an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring personalized support. Working Hours: 8.30-15.30 and 8.30 -16.00 on Wednesdays Competitive pay: £96-£104 per day Your Role: As a teaching assistant, you'll work closely with a teacher and another teaching assistant in a very small size class with children who might be of...

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at a welcoming primary school in the local area. This is a full-time role starting ASAP and running until the end of the academic year, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will work closely with a child who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), providing tailored support to help them engage with learning, regulate emotions, and develop positive relationships within the classroom environment. You will collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff to implement strategies that promote the pupil's academic progress and emotional wellbeing. This role would suit someone who is patient, resilient, and passionate about making a real difference to a child's school experience. Previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND,...

SEMH Teaching Assistant Grantham NG31 £100 - £120 Per Day Start Date - Asap Contract | Full time, long term Long Term Futures are currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs at a specialist all-through school in Grantham (NG31). This opportunity would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, sports coaches, or graduates who are interested in progressing into the education sector. You will be working alongside pupils aged 4-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional communication and behavioural challenges. Key Responsibilities: Providing 1:1 and small group support in Key stage 3 Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation Supporting pupils with structured routines Assisting teaching staff with lesson delivery Promoting independence and resilience Acting as a consistent and positive role modelIdeal Candidate Profile: Experience working with children or young people Background in...