Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Richmond Upon Thames
SEN
Richmond Upon Thames
Challenging Behaviour
Education and Training
School based role
Are you passionate about children’s wellbeing and want to work in a role that will provide valuable experience for a future role in psychology? If so, we are looking for an enthusiastic staff to support pupils with autism and/or social, emotional and mental health challenges.
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils with their learning and development, improving their communication & social skills and monitoring triggers to ensure that they can regulate their emotions and learn effectively.
Why choose this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role?
* Experience of working with students who have a variety of needs
* The chance to work with educational psychologists, occupational therapists, music therapists and external agencies
* Work with children with SEN and SEMH needs
* Market leading pay rates
We are looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant who has…
* Obtained a Psychology, health & social care or relevant degree
* Has previous experience and a passion for working with children or adults with additional needs
* Aims to become an Educational Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist
* Has excellent communication skills, patience and resilience
A fantastic opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant looking for a rewarding role after university, gaining experience working in a school setting, which would be ideal for an aspiring Clinical or Educational Psychologist.
If this sounds like the role for your then please apply to this advert and we will be in touch.
Mental Health Assistant
SEN
Richmond Upon Thames
Challenging Behaviour
Education and Training
School based role
