Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Academics

Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 15 days

Guildford, Surrey GU48EY, England

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

Full Time

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A specialist school near Guildford is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support students aged 10 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The role requires a dedicated individual who is empathetic, resilient, and capable of building strong relationships with students facing challenges such as trauma and anxiety.
Candidates should have experience working with SEN children or adults, and graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling are encouraged to apply.
The position offers a salary of £80-£85 per day, with working hours from 8.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday during term time only.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will need to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or overseas police check where applicable.

Are you looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of young people? A well-respected specialist school near Guildford is looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The students range between 10 and 16 years old, and face a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, and challenges including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioural issues. The students therefore need a Mental Health Teaching Assistant who will be dedicated to being a consistent role model, is committed to building strong relationships, is empathetic and up for a challenge!The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant must be open-minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. The perfect candidate will have experience with SEN children and/or adults in any setting. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology or Counselling would also be perfect for this position.

If you are looking to kick-start your career in Psychology, Mental Health or Education, then this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for you. You really will be having a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most.

**Start date ASAP**£80-£85 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, term time only**Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Mental Health Teaching Assistant role:

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

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