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School Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Salary

£460 - £500 per week

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A fantastic SEN school in Bedford is seeking a compassionate Psychology or Criminology graduate for the role of School Mental Health Teaching Assistant.
  • The position offers a salary of £460-£500 per week and is a full-time, long-term contract from Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
  • The successful candidate will support students with various needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges, while working closely with clinical staff.
  • Candidates should have a genuine passion for mental health and ideally possess experience with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
  • This role provides valuable hands-on experience in the education and training sector, making it an excellent opportunity for those pursuing a career in mental health or related fields.

Psychology or Criminology Graduate - School Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Location: Bedford

Salary: £460-£500 per week

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:30

Sector: Education and Training

A fantastic SEN school in Bedford is looking for a compassionate and driven graduate to join their team as a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant. You'll work closely with their clinical staff, supporting students with a range of needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and Speech, Language & Communication Needs.

We are seeking a Psychology or Criminology graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in mental health while working in the education and training sector? This is your opportunity to make a real impact as a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Bedford.

This School Mental Health Teaching Assistant is the ideal for those pursuing a future career in mental health, counselling, social care, youth work, or criminal justice.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored, 1:1 and small group support to students with complex mental health and behavioural needs
  • Work collaboratively with the school's clinical and SEN teams
  • Gain meaningful, practical experience in a supportive educational setting
  • Support students in developing emotional regulation, communication, and coping skills

Who We're Looking For:

  • A graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field (experience with SEN is a plus)
  • A genuine passion for mental health and working with vulnerable young people
  • Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills
  • Someone local to or able to commute to Bedford

Why Apply?

  • Gain valuable experience supporting students with mental health needs
  • Build your career in the education, psychology, or social care sectors
  • Be part of a nurturing and inclusive school community
  • Receive training and ongoing support from a dedicated clinical team

If you're ready to start building your career in mental health and make a positive difference in young lives in the education and training sector, we want to hear from you!

Apply now to become a School Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Bedford and take the first step toward a rewarding future.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.