236 support worker with mental health experience jobs found

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH School Academics are currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our fantastic SEMH schools in Canterbury from September. This is a full-time opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will play a key role in helping pupils engage with their learning, manage their behaviour and build positive relationships within a supportive school environment. The role: Providing classroom support to pupils with SEMH needs Working on a 1:1 basis and in small groups where required Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils Helping to create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support individual pupil needs The ideal candidate: Has experience supporting children or young people with...

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Location: Liverpool Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary / Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities Available Salary: Competitive rates, dependent on experience Learning Support Assistant Required - Secondary Schools Across Liverpool We are currently recruiting experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work within a range of mainstream and SEMH secondary schools across Liverpool. This is a fantastic opportunity for dedicated and resilient individuals who are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential, particularly those who may require additional support both academically and emotionally. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support to secondary-aged students. Support students with additional learning, behavioural, social, and emotional needs. Help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support student...

Child Support Worker (Waking Nights) 📍 Durham Area 💷 Competitive Pay Rates | Full-Time & Part-Time Available Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Waking Night Child Support Workers to support children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs within residential and supported living settings across the Durham area. About the Role As a Waking Night Child Support Worker, you will provide overnight care and support to children and young people, ensuring they feel safe, secure, and supported throughout the night. You will play a key role in maintaining a positive and nurturing environment, helping young people develop confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Providing...

Learning Mentor Contract | 35 Hours per Week Location: Gloucestershire Pay: £17.50 per hour Are you an emotionally intelligent, relational professional who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people facing barriers to education? About the Role Working within SEMH department at a further education provider, you'll provide trauma-informed, therapeutic and coaching-based support to learners aged 16-25 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism, communication and interaction differences, learning difficulties, and other barriers to education. This is not a traditional support role. As a Learning Mentor, you'll act as a key worker, building positive and trusting relationships that support learners' emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, independence, and readiness to learn. You'll work within a specialist therapeutic education provision, applying trauma-informed approaches with maturity, empathy and professionalism. You'll work...

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Various schools in Chester Pay: £95 per day Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for work in Chester? We are looking for experienced and confident teaching assistants with a background in either mainstream or SEN to support pupils in schools across Chester. Many of the roles we advertise may start as temporary, but there is often the opportunity to work long-term or to gain permanent employment. Key Requirements: * Experience and understanding of how to support young people with social, emotional and mental health needs * School experience supporting students in a classroom or 1-1 * References covering the last two years * Hold a current DBS on the update service or are willing to complete a new DBS * The Right to Work in the UK Duties will include: * Supporting and supervising educational games, sports, and craft activities * Preparing the classroom before lessons * Working with...

We are recruiting for dedicated and compassionate Youth Support Workers to join a residential service in Oldham supporting young people aged 16–18. The service provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for young people who may have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, exploitation, family breakdown, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and challenges with independent living. As a Youth Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting young people on a 1:1 basis and within the home, helping them to build confidence, develop life skills, improve emotional wellbeing, and work towards positive outcomes and independence. This reflects common responsibilities in residential and youth support settings supporting vulnerable young people with mental health and behavioural needs. Key Responsibilities * Provide high-quality support to young people aged 16–18 within a residential setting. * Build positive,...

JOB ADVERTISEMENT: WELL BEING ADVISER Position Title: Well being Adviser Reports To: Student Well being and Inclusion Manager Grade: NG6 Location: Harrow / West End Sites (Flexibility to work across all University sites required) Job Purpose Situated within the Student Support and Residential Life service cluster, the Well being Adviser plays a key role in providing specialist well being-related advice and support to students, collaborating closely with internal and external partners. Key aspects of the role include: Proactive & Early Intervention: Developing tailored support for students facing significant personal barriers to study. Safeguarding & Crisis Support: Safeguarding vulnerable students through direct intervention, signposting, or referrals. Health Promotion & Training: Designing and delivering innovative health promotion activities and training staff and students on student support and safeguarding. Main Responsibilities & Accountability's 1....

Mental Health Support - Barking and Dagenham Long term to Permanent contract! * Mental Health Support in School required * SEN/SEMH School in Barking * FULL TIME opportunity - Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm 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...

SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support Dacorum, Hertfordshire Full-Time | Temporary Position September 2026 Start £101.10 per day (Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.) Teach Now is recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) and behavioural needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about inclusion, relationship-based support, and helping students who have experienced barriers to mainstream education rebuild confidence and achieve success. The setting supports learners across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 who may have been excluded from mainstream schools. The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment where pupils feel valued, respected, and understood. This role is only...

Behaviour Mentor – PRU Are you a resilient and committed Behaviour Mentor looking to support young people who face significant barriers to learning? Do you have experience working with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours? This Pupil Referral Unit in South Birmingham is looking to appoint a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive and experienced team. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will work closely with students both in and out of the classroom, providing 1-2-1 and small group support to help them manage behaviour, regulate emotions and re-engage with education. You will build strong, positive relationships and act as a consistent role model, supporting students to make better choices and achieve positive outcomes. This is a rewarding and hands-on role that requires patience, resilience and confidence. Previous experience working with young people with SEMH or SEND needs is essential, ideally as a Teaching Assistant,...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Location: Wakefield Start Date: September Start Salary: £90 - £110 per day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with behavioural needs to achieve their full potential? Do you have the confidence to provide personal care, manual handling, and positive behaviour support in a specialist educational setting? Are you looking for flexible day-to-day work or a rewarding long-term Behaviour Support Worker role starting this September? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming specialist school in Wakefield that supports pupils across all Key Stages with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), autism, and complex behavioural needs. The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships. The school is looking to appoint a Behaviour Support Worker for either...

SEN Practitioner / Specialist Support Worker **Supporting Children and Young People with SEMH, Autism, Behavioural and Trauma-Related Needs** We are looking for a **compassionate, patient and experienced SEN professional** to support children and young people who may present with **Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism, challenging behaviour and trauma-related difficulties**. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who understands that behaviour is often a form of communication and who can provide children with the **safety, consistency, boundaries and positive relationships** they need to thrive. ### The Role You will support children who may experience: * Autism and neurodiversity * SEMH needs and emotional dysregulation * Behavioural difficulties and distressed behaviour * Trauma and adverse childhood experiences * Anxiety, low self-esteem and difficulties with trust * Communication and social interaction challenges * Difficulties with emotional...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Location: Leeds Start Date: September Start Salary: £90 - £110 per day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with behavioural needs to achieve their full potential? Do you have the confidence to provide personal care, manual handling, and positive behaviour support in a specialist educational setting? Are you looking for flexible day-to-day work or a rewarding long-term Behaviour Support Worker role starting this September? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming specialist school in Bradford that supports pupils across all Key Stages with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), autism, and complex behavioural needs. The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships. The school is looking to appoint a Behaviour Support Worker for either...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Location: Bradford Start Date: September Start Salary: £90 - £110 per day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with behavioural needs to achieve their full potential? Do you have the confidence to provide personal care, manual handling, and positive behaviour support in a specialist educational setting? Are you looking for flexible day-to-day work or a rewarding long-term Behaviour Support Worker role starting this September? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming specialist school in Bradford that supports pupils across all Key Stages with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), autism, and complex behavioural needs. The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships. The school is looking to appoint a Behaviour Support Worker for either...

Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant – Bristol | Full-Time & Supply Teaching Experience? SEND Experience? Support Work? We Want to Hear From You! Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and looking for your next opportunity in education? Protocol Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants across Bristol. We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including Teaching Assistants, SEN TAs, Support Workers, Youth Workers, Mental Health Support Workers, and candidates with relevant volunteering experience. Whether you're experienced in a school setting or looking to transfer your existing skills into education, we'd love to hear from you! Your experience could include: Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant experience. Learning Support Assistant experience. Support Worker or Care Worker experience. Youth Work or mentoring experience. Mental Health Support Work. Experience supporting children or...

Behaviour Support Worker £110-£120 per day | Primary & Secondary SEMH School Start Date: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school. This is a contract position supporting pupils across both primary and secondary phases who present challenging behaviour. About the Role Provide 1:1 and small-group behaviour support Implement de-escalation strategies and behaviour management plans Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral leads Support pupils with SEMH needs to engage positively in learning Help create a safe, structured and encouraging environment What We're Looking For Essential: Experience working with challenging behaviour (SEMH, PRU, youth work, residential, or similar) Strong resilience, patience, and a calm approach Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils Confident in using behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques Available to start ASAP Benefits...

Are you a Sports Coach, Youth Worker, Residential Support Worker or Behaviour Mentor looking to take your skills into education? Aspire People is working in partnership with a number of Primary and Specialist SEND schools across Stockport who are looking to appoint confident, resilient and enthusiastic Behaviour Mentors and SEMH Teaching Assistants from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who require additional emotional and behavioural support to succeed in school. The Role You'll work closely with pupils who may have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism or behavioural challenges, supporting them on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. Your role will be to build positive relationships, promote emotional regulation and help pupils overcome barriers to learning so they can thrive both inside and outside the classroom. This role would suit candidates with experience as a: Sports Coach Youth Worker...

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...

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large Primary School in Wythenshawe, South Manchester. SLT are looking for a Youth Support Worker to work as a SEND Teaching Assistant with a number of identified pupils across Key Stage 2. The school is a large multi form entry Primary School, with a diverse pupils intake. The school is well resourced to support pupils with SEND, with a provision on site for pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health needs. The ideal candidate will be working with a number of identified pupils with SEMH needs, and other complex needs, across Key Stage 2. 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'. You would be working with the pupils on a timetable basis, delivering 1:1 interventions to help support their engagement with core subjects. This role is an ideal...

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH) – Secondary Location: Haringey, London Salary: £90–£100 per day Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start Date: 8 September 2026 Teach Now is looking for a resilient and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a secondary setting in Haringey on a long-term basis. You will support students with social, emotional and mental health needs who may find relationships, routines, behaviour or engagement with learning difficult. Your role will be to provide consistency and structure while helping young people make better choices, rebuild confidence and participate successfully in school life. The Role Your responsibilities may include: Providing individual and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs Building positive professional relationships with students Supporting pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviour Helping young people recognise triggers and use appropriate coping strategies Reinforcing boundaries and...