Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job description

Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Bristol

Would you like a role supporting the mental health of young people? A great platform for future psychologists, therapists or counsellors to gain relevant experience.

• Start ASAP
• £90 - £125 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, Monday - Friday 8.30am to 4pm
• Term time only
• Bristol - BS16
• Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates

A school that specialises in accommodating children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs is looking for Teaching Assistants to support children with behavioural and mental health issues.

• Working with SEN students aged 8 to 18 to support their wellbeing and personal development.
• Work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school.
• Build frontline, practical experience with young people with significant SEMH needs.
• Gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs such as Autism and ADHD.

The right candidate:

• Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology OR a good education background (GCSEs in Maths and English) plus prior experience as a Teaching Assistant for children with mental health issues.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEMH.
• Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviour.

If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant position, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson.

Please note: Academics is a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.