Job description
Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Blandford
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2025
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join an exceptional school in Blandford. In this role, you will work closely with students who face mental health challenges, helping them to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and engage fully with their education. If you are passionate about supporting students' mental well-being and want to make a positive impact on their lives, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will:
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Providing one-to-one and small-group support for students experiencing mental health challenges.
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Implementing tailored strategies to promote well-being and resilience.
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Supporting classroom activities to enhance learning and engagement.
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Acting as a trusted point of contact for students in need of emotional support.
Requirements:
To excel as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you should have:
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Experience working with children or young people with mental health needs (in education, healthcare, or similar settings).
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A genuine passion for supporting students' mental well-being.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Why Join GSL Education?
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Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
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Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
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Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
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Make a significant difference in the lives of students, helping them to achieve their educational goals and reach their full potential.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in the Mental Health Teaching Assistant 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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.