Job description
Looking for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant in Eastleigh!
Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Eastleigh
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
Start: Immediately
Are you equipped to support the mental health and well-being of young people?
GSL Education are thrilled to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant at an outstanding school in Eastleigh, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while supporting their mental health and well-being.
About the role:
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will help individuals struggling with mental health issues by offering support and guidance in their daily lives. They assist clients in developing coping skills and strategies to improve their well-being and handle challenges more effectively. In this crucial role, you will work closely with students experiencing mental health challenges, providing them with the necessary support to thrive academically and emotionally.
Essential Qualities That We Are Looking For:
- Provide personalised support to students with complex mental health, anxiety and behaviour needs, making sure their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) are followed.
- Collaborate with teachers to create an engaging curriculum that addresses mental health and behavioural challenges, including outdoor activities.
- Foster a caring learning environment that supports students’ social, emotional and mental well-being, focusing on anxiety and behavioural issues.
- Administer medications according to school policies and safety guidelines.
- Provide personal care, such as help with hygiene and bathing, while always respecting the students’ dignity.
- Encourage students to become more independent in their daily activities.
- Assist students in fully participating in classroom activities by using effective communication techniques as guided by the teacher.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- A good understanding of the different needs related to mental health, anxiety and behaviour.
- The ability to adjust teaching methods to fit the unique needs of each student, especially those dealing with mental health issues.
- A patient and caring attitude when handling challenging behaviour.
- A proactive and open mindset while working as part of a team with different professionals.
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 an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.
Join GSL Education Today!
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
- Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and make an impactful difference in the lives of students.
Please be advised that this role requires a 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. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Mental Health Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.