170 mental health teaching assistant jobs found

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Corby, Northamptonshire Full-Time | Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Corby Tradewind Recruitment are working with a supportive and inclusive school in the Corby area who are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential both academically and personally. The Role: Supporting students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. Building positive relationships to encourage engagement and confidence. Assisting teachers in creating a safe and supportive learning environment. Supporting students with emotional regulation and...

Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistant  Location: Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), Accrington Hours: Full-time Contract: Agency We are currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant with a sports background to work on a full-time agency basis in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Accrington. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. A background in sports, coaching, mentoring, or youth work is highly desirable, as the role involves using positive relationships, resilience, and teamwork to engage and motivate students. The Role: Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs. Help manage behaviour using positive behaviour support strategies. Build strong, trusting relationships with students. Encourage participation, confidence, and personal development through engaging activities. Work closely with teachers and...

North London | Full-Time | September Start | Long-Term Opportunity A highly supportive specialist secondary school in North London is seeking compassionate, resilient and confident Behavioural Learning Support Assistants to join its dedicated team on a full-time basis. The school supports students aged 11-19 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside a range of additional diagnoses including Autism , ADHD, speech and language needs, trauma-related behaviours and associated learning difficulties. Many students have experienced significant barriers to education, including adverse childhood experiences, , family breakdown, neglect or other challenging life circumstances. As a result, they require patient, consistent staff who can build trusting relationships, provide emotional stability and help them re-engage with learning. The Role Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day. Build positive, professional relationships with...

Mental Health & Wellbeing Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an empathetic and dedicated Mental Health & Wellbeing Teaching Assistant to join our client school, an Alternative Provision based in Bromley-by-Bow, from 1st September. This rewarding full-time role involves supporting students aged 11-18 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will play a key role in promoting emotional wellbeing, helping students regulate their emotions and supporting them to access education successfully. Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and therapists, you will build trusted relationships with pupils while providing daily emotional and behavioural support. Main Duties Provide emotional and wellbeing support to students. Deliver one-to-one mentoring sessions. Support students experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation and behavioural challenges. Help implement behaviour support plans. Encourage positive...

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant  Location: Coventry Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Contract: Full-time or Part-time opportunities available Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Speech & Language Therapy, or Teaching? We are recruiting compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils in a welcoming and supportive special school in Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practical skills while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils with a range of special educational needs (SEN), including autism, learning difficulties, and communication needs. Work alongside experienced teachers and therapists to deliver engaging learning activities....

Are you enthusiastic about supporting the mental health and well-being of children and young people? Do you have experience supporting individuals that have various Special Educationl Needs(SEN)? In recent years there is a massive focus on supporting the mental health and SEN needs of pupils in mainstream and SEN schools. We are currently seeking practitioners to support these pupils on a 1:1 or general classroom basis to start in September, for the rest of the Academic Year in a range of schools across Romford (with an option of progressing onto contract with the right school). As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will be involved in not only supporting pupils within the classroom but will also be comfortable with running activities with the pupil/s outside the classroom as well. Alongside the class teacher, you will also provide support with ensuring the right support is in place for the students. This position is on a full time basis and full support and guidance will...

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Specialist Education Skelmersdale £109.85 per day Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term Time Only Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have personal or professional experience supporting individuals with additional needs? We are looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work within specialist schools and alternative provisions across Skelmersdale. You'll be supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in education or continue making a positive impact within specialist settings. The Role Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. Assisting students with additional learning, communication and emotional needs. Helping to create a safe, positive and...

DISCLAIMER: Only candidates fully qualified and eligible to work within the UK education system will be considered. Applications from those not meeting these requirements will be automatically rejected. We do not provide visa sponsorship, so please apply only if you meet all criteria.* Newcastle Teaching Assistant Schools Mutual Services is owned by a growing network of schools and academies across the United Kingdom, the recruitment service was set up several years ago by several education leaders, commended by the DfE. The service provides supply and recruitment services to education establishments across the country. Our member school based in Newcastle is currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team within the coming weeks. Your responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant * Getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe and clean environment. * Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment...

DISCLAIMER: Only candidates fully qualified and eligible to work within the UK education system will be considered. Applications from those not meeting these requirements will be automatically rejected. We do not provide visa sponsorship, so please apply only if you meet all criteria.* Newcastle Teaching Assistant Schools Mutual Services is owned by a growing network of schools and academies across the United Kingdom, the recruitment service was set up several years ago by several education leaders, commended by the DfE. The service provides supply and recruitment services to education establishments across the country. Our member school based in Newcastle is currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team within the coming weeks. Your responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant * Getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe and clean environment. * Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment...

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham Job Type: Full-time, Long term Salary: £85-£115 per day About the Role Monarch Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at a welcoming primary school in Kings Heath, Birmingham. This rewarding role involves working closely with a child to support their academic progress, emotional wellbeing, social development, and independence throughout the school day. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with class teachers, SENDCOs, and parents to ensure the pupil receives the highest standard of support. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with SEND. Assist the pupil in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school activities. Implement strategies and interventions identified within the pupil's support plan. Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation. Foster the pupil's...

Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contract: Day to Day, Long Term, Short Term, Temp to Perm / Term-time only (various hours available) Salary: 82.62 - 99.14 Start Date: September 2026 About the Role Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) is seeking enthusiastic, caring and resilient Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team across our family of primary schools. You will support pupils who may have special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural or learning barriers. Your role will be to help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence and independence within a supportive school environment. Key Responsibilities Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher Supporting pupils with...

SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary – 11–19) Beckfoot Hazelbeck School, Keighley Contract: Long Term, Day to Day and Temp to Perm Working Pattern: Term Time Only, Full-Time Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement) About the Role Beckfoot Hazelbeck School is seeking a committed, caring, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team supporting pupils aged 11–19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is a highly rewarding role within a specialist secondary setting, where you will support students with complex learning needs, communication difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. A key aspect of this role includes supporting pupils with personal care needs, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence are promoted at all times. Key Responsibilities Support students aged 11–19 with a range of SEND needs in both classroom and practical settings. Provide one-to-one...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Beckfoot Thornton Beckfoot Thornton Contract: Fixed-Term Duration: September 2026 – December 2026 Working Pattern: Full-time (Term Time Only) About the Role Beckfoot Thornton is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our SEN Provision within Beckfoot Thornton on a fixed-term basis from September 2026 until December 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive school, making a meaningful difference to pupils with a range of additional needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), delivering targeted interventions, and promoting positive outcomes for all learners. The role will involve working closely with pupils requiring Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) support, leading small-group and individual interventions, and working collaboratively with teaching...

SEMH Teaching Assistant School: Beckfoot Thornton Location: Thornton, Bradford BD13 Contract: Full-time Beckfoot Thornton is a vibrant, ambitious and inclusive school committed to creating a place where every student can thrive. As part of the Beckfoot Trust, we work collaboratively to ensure all students especially those facing additional challenges feel supported, valued and able to succeed. We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated inclusion team. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant you will support students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage positively with learning and develop the confidence and skills they need to flourish. This is a role for a Teaching Assistant who believes in the power of relationships, understands the impact of trauma, and is motivated by seeing young people make progress academically, socially and emotionally. Key Responsibilities Providing 1:1 and...

Secondary SEN Teacher - Romford A welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Romford is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary SEN Teacher to join their team as soon as possible. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to continue into the new academic year from September 2026. The successful candidate will teach a small class of secondary-aged pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, delivering engaging and differentiated lessons that support each student's individual learning journey. The school is looking for a passionate teacher who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed in a supportive and structured learning environment. The Role Full-time Secondary SEN Teacher position. Immediate start available. Long-term opportunity with continuity into September 2026. Full planning, preparation and assessment responsibilities. Deliver engaging, creative and differentiated lessons across the secondary curriculum. Adapt...

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...

SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Southampton Start Date: ASAP / September 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Pay Rate: £85 – £100 per day About the Role Supply Desk is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them build confidence, resilience and positive relationships while achieving their full potential. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll provide tailored support within the classroom and during intervention sessions, making a genuine difference to students who benefit from additional guidance and encouragement. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs. Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies. Assist with personalised learning activities and intervention programmes. Build trusting...

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Specialist Education Burnley and surrounding areas £109.85 per day Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term Time Only Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have personal or professional experience supporting individuals with additional needs? We are looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work within specialist schools and alternative provisions across Burnley. You'll be supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in education or continue making a positive impact within specialist settings. The Role Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. Assisting students with additional learning, communication and emotional needs. Helping to create a safe,...

Autism (ASC / ASD) Teaching Assistant What happens at school can change a child's life. Could you change the future, by supporting children with a primary SEN diagnosis of Autism (ASC / ASD) to engage with education, in Stoke on Trent? Do you have experience of offering support work to pupils ASC/ASD and comorbid conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and mental health needs? Are you confident in working with children who can demonstrate challenging behaviours? Have you ever had experience with MAPA or Team Teach? Are you able to carry out personal care for SEN children with autism, and looking to work in the Stoke on Trent area? The Job… You'll be kept busy, working with pupils aged 5-19 with a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities. Your day will be varied, supporting children in the classroom to manage their own behaviour, engage with tasks set by the class teacher, and reach their potential. You'll take...

SEND Teaching Assistant Role: SEND Teaching Assistant Hours: Full-time Location: Derby Pay: £90-£110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications) Start Date: September 2026 Are you a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the patience, enthusiasm, and commitment to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? Monarch Education is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Derby on a full-time basis from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people. You will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to support students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and...