https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-academics--352bf2ca-52e4-473f-a119-89df27e0f4b7 RSS feed for Mental Health Assistant at Academics. en-gb Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:18:18 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-academics--352bf2ca-52e4-473f-a119-89df27e0f4b7 https://jobs.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-academics--352bf2ca-52e4-473f-a119-89df27e0f4b7 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:52:23 GMT Location: London | Salary: 90.00-90.00 Daily | Type: Contract | Job Description - Mental Health Assistant (Learning Support Assistant)Reports to: SENDCo / Inclusion ManagerPurpose of the RoleTo provide emotional, behavioural and learning support to students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, enabling them to access education, improve wellbeing and achieve positive outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide one-to-one and small group support for students with identified mental health and emotional wellbeing needs.Support students to develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive coping strategies.Work alongside teachers to help students engage in learning and achieve their potential.Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records of interventions.Liaise with teaching staff, parents/carers and external professionals as appropriate.Follow all school safeguarding, child protection and confidentiality procedures.Attend relevant meetings and participate in training and professional development.Person SpecificationEssentialExperience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.Understanding of SEMH needs and adolescent men... Contract