GSL Education - Bournemouth
Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Job Location
Branksome, United Kingdom
Job Description
Mental Health Teaching Assistant Needed in Poole!
Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Poole
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day
Start Date: January
Job Type: Full-time/ Part-time
Do you have a passion for supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a local school in Poole, where you will provide inclusive education and pastoral care.
About the School:
The school serves as an Alternative Provision for students who are unable to access mainstream education due to factors such as health issues and behavioural challenges. With a commitment to fostering rapid and sustained progress, the school strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for each student. Emphasising successful transitions to the next life stage, the school prioritises safety, self-awareness, and emotional resilience, ensuring a supportive environment for holistic growth and development.
About the Role:
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you'll provide crucial support to students facing mental health challenges, helping them navigate their educational journey. You'll work closely with teachers and families to foster a supportive environment that addresses each student’s emotional and psychological needs.
Responsibilities:
Provide empathetic and nurturing support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to manage their emotions and develop coping strategies.
Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies, working collaboratively with teachers and SENCO to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
Offer tailored support to students both in and out of the classroom, ensuring they can access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
Build trusting relationships with students, promoting their self-esteem and encouraging positive social interactions.
Work closely with educational psychologists, social workers, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for students with SEMH needs.
Track and report on student progress, contributing to reviews and assessments to support their educational and personal development.
Qualifications:
Experience working with students with SEMH needs in an educational or similar setting.
Understanding of SEMH issues and effective strategies for supporting students.
Patience, resilience, and a calm demeanour to manage challenging situations sensitively.
Excellent communication skills to liaise with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing positively to the school community.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional development and training in SEMH support strategies.
Supportive and inclusive school environment committed to staff well-being and student success.
To apply for the role of Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Poole, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Harvey at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit to apply online
Location: Branksome, GB
Posted Date: 12/24/2024
Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Poole
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day
Start Date: January
Job Type: Full-time/ Part-time
Do you have a passion for supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a local school in Poole, where you will provide inclusive education and pastoral care.
About the School:
The school serves as an Alternative Provision for students who are unable to access mainstream education due to factors such as health issues and behavioural challenges. With a commitment to fostering rapid and sustained progress, the school strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for each student. Emphasising successful transitions to the next life stage, the school prioritises safety, self-awareness, and emotional resilience, ensuring a supportive environment for holistic growth and development.
About the Role:
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you'll provide crucial support to students facing mental health challenges, helping them navigate their educational journey. You'll work closely with teachers and families to foster a supportive environment that addresses each student’s emotional and psychological needs.
Responsibilities:
Provide empathetic and nurturing support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to manage their emotions and develop coping strategies.
Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies, working collaboratively with teachers and SENCO to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
Offer tailored support to students both in and out of the classroom, ensuring they can access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
Build trusting relationships with students, promoting their self-esteem and encouraging positive social interactions.
Work closely with educational psychologists, social workers, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for students with SEMH needs.
Track and report on student progress, contributing to reviews and assessments to support their educational and personal development.
Qualifications:
Experience working with students with SEMH needs in an educational or similar setting.
Understanding of SEMH issues and effective strategies for supporting students.
Patience, resilience, and a calm demeanour to manage challenging situations sensitively.
Excellent communication skills to liaise with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing positively to the school community.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional development and training in SEMH support strategies.
Supportive and inclusive school environment committed to staff well-being and student success.
To apply for the role of Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Poole, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Harvey at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit to apply online
Location: Branksome, GB
Posted Date: 12/24/2024
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