Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Location: Corby
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £92-£95 Per day

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a school setting, supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about mental health and committed to making a positive, long-term impact on young people's lives.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs

Support students with emotional regulation and positive coping strategies

Assist with classroom engagement and behaviour support

Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and pastoral teams

Help create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

Experience supporting children or young people with mental health or SEMH needs

Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Understanding of safeguarding procedures

Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Relevant experience may include: education, psychology, youth work, care work, counselling, or mental health support roles.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Full-time, long-term opportunities

Competitive pay with weekly payroll

Free CPD and ongoing training

Dedicated consultant support

If you're looking for a full-time role starting ASAP where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Tradewind Recruitment