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Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Psychology and Criminology Graduate eager to advance your Career as a School Mental Health teaching Assistant in Bedford this December? If you have a passion for mental health and want to support students' growth and development, this role could be the perfect fit for you!
This SEN school in Bedford is seeking a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work alongside their clinical team, providing essential support to children with social, emotional, and mental health needs, ADHD, communication difficulties, Down syndrome, and speech, language, and communication needs. This position is ideal for those aspiring to a career in counselling, mental health, social care, youth work, or justice sectors.
School Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Bedford
Salary: £460-£500 per week
Contract: Long-term, Full-Time (Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 15:30pm)
Sector: Education and Training
As a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Offer first-class support to students with a range of complex needs.
- Develop your understanding of mental health and behavioural challenges through hands-on experience.
- Work closely with the school's clinical team to make a lasting impact on students' lives.
- Build a life-long career in the education and training sector.
Requirements:
- Educational Background: A degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field is preferred. Experience with SEN is highly valued, especially for recent graduates in these fields.
- Passion for Mental Health: A strong interest in mental health and working with students with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs.
- Understanding of SEN: A commitment to understanding and addressing the unique learning and behavioural needs in an SEN setting.
- Local Candidate: Ideally located within a commutable distance to Hitchin.
- This role offers hands-on experience supporting children with SEMH needs, a great opportunity for those pursuing a career in youth work, mental health, or educational support.
- This role offers valuable experience for anyone pursuing a career in youth work or social and mental health support. If you're ready to make a difference, contact Gary at Academics today. Interviews are ongoing throughout August for a December start. Don't miss this chance to make an impact!
Are you looking to take the next steps in your education and training career?
Does this School Mental Health Teaching Assitstant role in Bedford appeal to you?!
Do not hesitat to join this fantastic SEN/SEMH School in Bedford and be part of a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional education to children and young people as a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant! We look forward to your application!
