Job Description
Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Northampton
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Temp to Perm / Long-Term
Are you passionate about supporting young people with their mental health, emotional wellbeing and education?
Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive educational setting, helping pupils who may experience SEMH needs, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties and barriers to learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in mental health, youth work, care, support work or education who wants to make a real difference in a school environment.
The Role:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils experiencing mental health and emotional wellbeing challenges.
Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent, supportive adult.
Support pupils with emotional regulation, confidence and re-engagement with learning.
Use positive behaviour strategies and a calm, patient approach when managing challenging situations.
Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support individual pupil needs.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience supporting children or young people with mental health or SEMH needs.
May have a background in mental health support, residential care, youth work, counselling or education.
Is empathetic, resilient and confident building relationships with young people.
Can remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential.
Why Apply?
Full-time, Monday to Friday opportunity.
Opportunity to develop your experience within education.
Ongoing support from your Tradewind consultant.
Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.
If you're looking to bring your experience into education and make a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today or contact Alana at Tradewind Recruitment:
📧 alana.denton@twrecruitment.com
📞 01604 908507
