Job Description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Location: Corby
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive secondary school in Corby that is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Teaching Assistant. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and helping them achieve both academically and personally.

About the Role

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support. You will help create a positive and nurturing learning environment, build strong relationships with pupils, and support them in overcoming barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.

  • Help students regulate their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.

  • Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.

  • Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and attendance.

  • Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.

  • Promote student wellbeing and support their personal development.

  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, and pastoral teams.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Experience working with young people, ideally within education, youth work, care, support work, or mental health settings.

  • A calm, patient, and resilient approach.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • An understanding of SEMH needs and the challenges young people may face.

  • A genuine passion for supporting student wellbeing and mental health.

  • Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

  • Competitive rates of pay.

  • Access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.

  • Free safeguarding and professional development training.

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.

  • Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and temp-to-perm positions.

  • Valuable experience working within education and mental health support.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to support students with their emotional wellbeing and educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment and help make a positive impact on the lives of students in Corby.