Job Description

Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities Available

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Corby

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for compassionate and resilient Mental Health Teaching Assistants to support students within schools across Corby. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support.

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who may be experiencing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You will help them engage with their learning, build confidence, develop positive coping strategies, and achieve success both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

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

  • Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

  • Support students with emotional regulation and wellbeing.

  • Encourage engagement in lessons and school activities.

  • Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to implement support strategies.

  • Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe learning environment.

  • Act as a positive role model and mentor for young people.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.

  • A background in education, youth work, support work, care, psychology, sports coaching, or mental health services is desirable.

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

  • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.

  • The ability to remain resilient in challenging situations.

  • A genuine passion for supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing.

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay.

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

  • Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.

  • Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and temporary positions.

  • Valuable experience working within a range of educational settings.

  • Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals.

This role is perfect for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, Teachers, or individuals looking to gain experience supporting young people with additional needs.

Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment and make a lasting difference to the lives of students across Corby.