325 mental health care assistant jobs found

SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant – Sheffield We are looking for a patient, caring and confident Specialist Teaching Assistant to join an innovative and inclusive special school in Sheffield that supports neurodiverse young people aged 11–19. The school community values a safe, caring, creative and inspirational learning environment, where every young person feels they belong, has a voice and can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. What the Role Involves As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of communication, interaction, social, emotional and mental health needs. You will help pupils access a personalised curriculum designed to build confidence, resilience and real-world skills. Your day may include: Supporting pupils to access personalised learning across a broad and inclusive curriculum Helping pupils engage with learning in ways that match their individual strengths and needs Supporting communication, interaction and...

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their team based in London     JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £40.50 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London     JOB SUMMARY Qualified Social Worker with DipSW / BA / MA Social Work registered with Social Work England or qualified Mental Health Nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with Bsc / PGDip / MSc in Mental Health Nursing. Impact of trauma and impact of adverse childhood experiences. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and...

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/Part time | Monday - Friday | Term Time Only Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year Start Date: 01/09/26 Location: Hackney We are recruiting a dedicated Aspiring Psychologist to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist Special School based in Hackney. 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 experienced teachers, SEN...

Behaviour Support Assistant – Immediate Start | NP20, Newport Location: NP20, Newport Pay: From £92.63 per day Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday Start Date: ASAP Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a supportive primary school in the NP20 area of Newport to recruit a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team immediately. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils aged 3–11 who may display challenging behaviours or require additional emotional and behavioural support throughout the school day. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils engage with learning, regulate emotions, and build positive relationships both inside and outside of the classroom. The Role As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis, helping them remain engaged in lessons, manage behaviour positively, and access learning in a structured environment. You may support pupils with:...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Trafford - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time Are you a graduate keen to support young people with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges? Do you have the resilience, confidence, and presence to succeed in a specialist school setting? A specialist SEN school in Trafford is looking to appoint a committed and driven Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside challenging behaviour. If you are a resilient, reliable individual looking to make a real difference to the lives of students with SEMH, apply now. The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 11-16 through 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping them engage with learning and develop more positive behaviours. A key focus of this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is managing challenging behaviour using clear, consistent...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Bolton - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time Are you a graduate eager to gain experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges? Do you have the confidence and resilience to thrive in a specialist school environment? A specialist SEN school in Bolton is looking to appoint a driven and resilient Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside associated challenging behaviour. The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant In this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will work with pupils aged 11-16, providing 1:1 and small-group support to help them engage with learning and manage their behaviour effectively. You will play a key role in supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement, using structured strategies to de-escalate challenging situations and promote positive outcomes. Building strong,...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Warrington - Up to £550 per week - Full-Time Are you a graduate looking to build experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour? Do you have the resilience and confidence to succeed in a specialist SEN setting? A specialist SEN school in Warrington is seeking a proactive and committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside behavioural challenges. If you are interested in kickstarting a long-term career within Psychology, Therapy, Social Work or SEN Education, this is the ideal role for you. The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 11-16 through 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping them access education and develop positive behaviours. A key aspect of this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role will involve managing challenging behaviour...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Wigan - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time Are you a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour? Do you have the confidence and resilience to work in a dynamic, fast-paced specialist school environment? A specialist SEN school in Wigan is seeking a motivated and committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside associated behavioural challenges. Benefit from ongoing CPD and appropriate training to become a key player in a dynamic and forward-thinking support team. The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils aged 11-16 who require additional behavioural and emotional support. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students regulate behaviour, engage with learning, and build positive...

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...

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical Careers Academics are seeking a Psychology or Criminology graduate or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in or around Luton who is looking to start a career in mental health, clinical practice, or education and training. This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers valuable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs and provides a strong pathway toward roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist. Location: Luton Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Start Date: Immidiate Salary: £480-£500 per week Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant: Clinical or Educational Psychology Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Specialist Teaching and SEN Education Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention Why Join Us? Gain essential clinical...

Are you a driven and dependable SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to take on a role where your judgement, resilience, and clear communication make a direct impact? Reeson Education are looking for a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a focused and structured school environment in Sheffield (S12). This position of SEMH Teaching Assistant suits someone practical, disciplined, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards. About the Role: As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group guidance, helping pupils stay focused, manage challenges, and remain on track with learning. You will follow established behaviour frameworks and contribute to a stable, consistent learning environment. Key Responsibilities as SEMH Teaching Assistant: Targeted Guidance: Deliver clear, goal-driven support based on individual needs Learning Assistance: Help pupils stay on task through structured activities and planned...

Are you a driven and dependable SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to take on a role where your judgement, resilience, and clear communication make a direct impact? Reeson Education are looking for a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a focused and structured school environment in Sheffield (S10). This position of SEMH Teaching Assistant suits someone practical, disciplined, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards. About the Role: As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group guidance, helping pupils stay focused, manage challenges, and remain on track with learning. You will follow established behaviour frameworks and contribute to a stable, consistent learning environment. Key Responsibilities as SEMH Teaching Assistant: Targeted Guidance: Deliver clear, goal-driven support based on individual needs Learning Assistance: Help pupils stay on task through structured activities and planned...

Are you a driven and dependable SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to take on a role where your judgement, resilience, and clear communication make a direct impact? Reeson Education are looking for a confident SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a focused and structured school environment in Sheffield (S9). This position of SEMH Teaching Assistant suits someone practical, disciplined, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards. About the Role: As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group guidance, helping pupils stay focused, manage challenges, and remain on track with learning. You will follow established behaviour frameworks and contribute to a stable, consistent learning environment. Key Responsibilities as SEMH Teaching Assistant: Targeted Guidance: Deliver clear, goal-driven support based on individual needs Learning Assistance: Help pupils stay on task through structured activities and planned...

Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant - Bolton | Immediate Start Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently seeking a committed Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive SEN secondary school in Bolton, with an immediate start available. About the Role: As a Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning and develop independence in a structured and supportive environment. You will work closely with teachers and SEN professionals to provide tailored support both in class and on a 1:1 or small group basis. Key Responsibilities: Provide dedicated support to students with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Support students in accessing the...

PMLD LSA - 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) professionals for...

SEN Teaching Assistant - 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)...

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)...

Teaching Assistant SEMH - Suffolk - Full-time - 5 days a week SENCare Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Teaching Assistant SEMH to work in a Specialist school based in Suffolk. About us: SENCare Recruitment is a niche recruitment agency that provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK. We offer short/long term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors Job title: Teaching Assistant SEMH Start: ASAP Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm - Mon Fri The school caters for children aged 7 - 18 years old whose social, emotional or mental health needs or autism spectrum condition (ASC) has made it difficult for them to achieve success in a mainstream school. The role will consist with doing 1:1 support for pupils within a...

Care Assistant We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to individuals, enabling them to live comfortably and independently. As a Care Assistant, you will assist with daily tasks, promote well-being, and ensure the dignity and respect of those in your care. Key Responsibilities: 1. Personal Care: - Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. - Support mobility and physical needs, including help with transferring and positioning. 2. Daily Living Support: - Help with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration. - Assist with household tasks, such as cleaning and laundry. - Accompany clients to appointments or social activities as needed. 3. Emotional and Social Support: - Provide companionship and emotional reassurance. - Encourage participation in activities to enhance mental and emotional well-being. 4. Monitoring and Reporting: - Observe and report any changes in health...

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Thanet, Kent Salary: £93+ per day (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time Start Date: ASAP Are you a reliable, compassionate, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant searching for a rewarding full-time opportunity in Thanet? GSL Education Kent are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join a friendly specialist school that provides excellent care and tailored education to children with a range of additional needs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a steady Monday–Friday routine and has experience supporting students with autism, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning profiles. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Why This SEN Teaching Assistant Role Is So Rewarding: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will...