Mental Health Specialist Teaching Assistant

Mental Health Specialist Teaching Assistant - NorthamptonAre you passionate about supporting young people''s emotional wellbeing and helping them thrive in education? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a range of primary and secondary schools across Northampton to recruit a dedicated Mental Health Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a variety of additional needs.This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people who may be experiencing social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, behavioural challenges, or other barriers to learning. You will play a key role in helping students feel safe, understood and supported within the school environment.The Role: As a Mental Health Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to provide targeted 1:1 and small group support. You may assist with:Emotional regulation and coping strategiesBehaviour management and positive reinforcementBuilding social skills and confidenceSupporting pupils during transitions and challenging momentsImplementing individual education or behaviour plansThe role is available across both primary and secondary settings, giving you the chance to work with different age groups and tailor your support to individual needs.The Ideal Candidate: We are keen to hear from candidates who have:Experience working with ..... full job details .....