Job Description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Location: Corby
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £92-£95 Per day

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a school setting, supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about mental health and committed to making a positive, long-term impact on young people's lives.

The Role:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs

  • Support students with emotional regulation and positive coping strategies

  • Assist with classroom engagement and behaviour support

  • Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and pastoral teams

  • Help create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience supporting children or young people with mental health or SEMH needs

  • Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient approach

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Understanding of safeguarding procedures

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Relevant experience may include: education, psychology, youth work, care work, counselling, or mental health support roles.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Full-time, long-term opportunities

  • Competitive pay with weekly payroll

  • Free CPD and ongoing training

  • Dedicated consultant support

If you're looking for a full-time role starting ASAP where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Tradewind Recruitment.