Enable job alerts via email!

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead

Academics Ltd.

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Boost your interview chances

Create a job specific, tailored resume for higher success rate.

An innovative specialist school in Maidenhead is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support vulnerable students. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about mental health and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of children. Responsibilities include collaborating with parents, facilitating group activities, and promoting healthy coping strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a background in psychology or education and demonstrate patience and a proactive attitude. Join a supportive team and help foster a safe and structured learning environment for students with diverse needs. This is an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference.

Educational background in Psychology, Criminology, or Education is advantageous.
Experience working with children with Autism is a huge advantage.

Collaborate with parents and caregivers to offer guidance and support.
Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and structured learning environment.

Collaboration

Coping Strategies

Behaviour Management

Positive Attitude

Psychology

Criminology

Education

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead

Are you:

Looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable students?
Interested in mental health?
Looking for hands-on experience with mental health needs?

Our amazing specialist school in Oxford is looking for someone to come in as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant.

The role would include duties such as:

Collaborate with parents and caregivers to offer guidance and support
Participate in training and professional development to enhance your skills
Help model healthy coping strategies and social skills
Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and structured learning environment
Facilitate group activities and promote positive peer interactions
Collaborate with the school team to identify triggers and develop proactive approaches to behaviour management

Qualities you need to have to be a Mental Health Teaching Assistant:

Educational background in Psychology, Criminology, or Education will be advantageous
Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
Experience working with children with Autism will be a huge advantage
Patient, have a positive attitude, and be proactive

If this is something you see yourself doing, please let me know! You can apply directly to the advert below, and you will be contacted if you are shortlisted.

Key information: