Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children develop their emotional wellbeing, confidence and resilience? Are you considering a career in education, psychology, therapy or mental health and looking for meaningful experience within a specialist setting?

A supportive specialist school in Swindon is looking for a compassionate and committed Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role involves supporting children aged 5-16 with Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, anxiety and a range of additional learning requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists and SEN professionals within a nurturing and therapeutic educational environment.

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will provide individualised support throughout the school day, helping children manage their emotions, develop positive coping strategies and feel more confident within their learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to children throughout the school day.
• Helping children understand and manage their emotions in a calm and supportive way.
• Encouraging resilience, self-confidence and positive emotional development.
• Supporting children with anxiety, Autism, SEMH needs and other additional requirements.
• Using agreed strategies to encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Helping children engage with lessons and overcome barriers that may affect their learning.
• Supporting the development of communication, social and independent living skills.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with children and providing consistent encouragement.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, psychologists and SEN professionals to support individual needs.
• Helping to maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Following safeguarding procedures and contributing to the overall wellbeing and development of each child.

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, patient, calm and resilient, with a genuine interest in children''s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Previous experience in education, care or support work can be beneficial, but this role may also suit graduates and individuals looking to gain their first experience within a specialist educational environment.

You should be confident building relationships with children and able to remain calm and consistent when supporting children who may experience emotional or behavioural difficulties.

This position would be particularly valuable for those considering future careers in:

• Clinical Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• Counselling
• Social Work
• Occupational Therapy
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
• Teaching
• Special Educational Needs (SEN)

• -85110 per day, depending on experience.
• Full-time, Monday to Friday position.
• Gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism, SEMH, anxiety and additional needs.
• Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists and specialist staff.
• Develop practical skills in emotional regulation, behaviour support and safeguarding.
• Gain insight into therapeutic approaches within a specialist school environment.
• Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists, teachers, counsellors and mental health professionals.
• Access to training, mentoring and opportunities for professional development.
• Make a genuine difference to children''s confidence, wellbeing and educational progress.

Working as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant provides the opportunity to have a positive impact on children who may face challenges with their emotional wellbeing, behaviour or learning.

Every day offers the chance to build meaningful relationships, celebrate individual achievements and help children develop the confidence and strategies they need to move forward.

If you are passionate about supporting children''s mental health and want to gain valuable experience within a specialist educational setting, this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Swindon could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Apply today for this Mental Health Teaching Assistant position in Swindon and take the next step towards a rewarding career in education, psychology and mental health support.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.