Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Postaladdress Uk, Reading

Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

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Postaladdress Uk, Reading

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 24 Apr | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: cf3cab522df84b72966ca16655fc6229

Location ref: Reading

Full Job Description

An outstanding specialist SEMH primary school in Reading is seeking a Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 4-11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex behaviours. This role is ideal for Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or related graduates who are considering a future career in Educational Psychology, therapeutic support, mental health, or SEN teaching. The Role Support pupils with SEMH and complex needs on a 1:1 and small-group basisAssist with emotional regulation, behaviour support, and engagement in learningWork collaboratively with teachers, therapists, counsellors, and psychologistsHelp create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environmentBuild positive, consistent relationships with pupils What the School Offers Daily exposure to on-site therapists and educational psychologistsMentoring and opportunities to shadow specialist professionalsExcellent hands-on experience with mental health and SENA supportive, child-centred, and specialist setting

  • Graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or a related field are welcomed although not essential (other degrees considered)
  • Passionate about child mental health and SEN
  • Resilient, proactive, and confident supporting challenging behaviour
  • Experience with SEN or mental health (professional, voluntary, or personal) is desirable but not essential

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/mental-health-assistant-sen-teaching-assistant-126740304
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