Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Academics : Job Details

Location: BristolStart Date: ASAPSalary: £85 - £96.15 per dayHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pmDuration: Ongoing

Are you passionate about supporting young people with mental health needs?Are you looking to build experience in education and training before pursuing a career in psychology, therapy, counselling, or criminal justice?

An inclusive specialist school in Bristol is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Bristol to support children aged 8 to 18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, trauma, and behavioural challenges. Many of the students are Looked After Children who require additional support to thrive in an educational setting.

• Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Bristol, supporting young people with mental health difficulties, trauma, and challenging behaviour
• Assisting students with Autism, ADHD, and other Special Educational Needs
• Working alongside therapists and psychologists to provide a nurturing and supportive environment
• Encouraging personal development and emotional resilience in students
• Gaining hands-on experience in education and training

• Graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, or a related field (desirable)
• Experience working with children or young people in any setting (personal or professional)
• Confident, resilient, and adaptable to work with challenging behaviour
• Passionate about mental health and supporting vulnerable children
• Level 3 qualification or higher required

• Fantastic platform for aspiring psychologists, therapists, counsellors, teachers, or those in criminal justice
• Excellent opportunity to gain education and training experience in a specialist setting
• Supportive school environment with ongoing professional development opportunities
• Full-time, long-term role with potential career progression

This Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Bristol role is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in a specialist setting. If you are based in Bristol and interested in this opportunity, apply directly to this advert today.