Job Description

Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a Difference Every Day

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join our specialist SEMH school in Corby. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural and social support to succeed in education.

Working as part of a committed multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional regulation and build confidence in a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in lessons and around the school

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual student needs

  • Help implement strategies that support behaviour, wellbeing and engagement

  • Promote positive relationships and encourage personal development

  • Support students with managing emotions, routines and transitions throughout the school day

  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging learning activities and interventions

  • Work collaboratively with pastoral staff, teachers and external professionals

  • Contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs

  • Calm, resilient and able to build strong professional relationships

  • Understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed practice or behaviour support approaches

  • Experienced in education, youth work, care or support roles (desirable)

  • A positive role model with strong communication skills

  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

We Offer

  • A rewarding opportunity to work in specialist education

  • Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Opportunities for career progression

  • A chance to have a real impact on young people's lives

Join Our Team

If you are enthusiastic about supporting pupils with SEMH needs and want to be part of a school where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin a rewarding career supporting young people to thrive.