We are seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting students’ mental health and well-being within an educational setting.
The school is a special school catering for children aged between 11 and 18 providing a therapeutic environment. The children are likely to have autism, complex needs, ADHD, sensory processing needs, high anxiety, low self-esteem, socially vulnerable and experienced Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
Job Description:
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students experiencing mental health challenges, supporting their emotional well-being and enabling them to engage fully in their education. You will collaborate with teaching staff and the school’s mental health support team to provide tailored interventions, promote positive mental health strategies, and create a nurturing environment for students. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring students feel supported and are able to manage their emotional needs in a school setting.
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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.
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