Mental Health Support TA
Job description
We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support the mental health needs of our students. The successful candidate will work closely with our educational and support staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment. This role involves providing one-on-one and group support to students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support to students with mental health needs, both individually and in groups.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualised support plans.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, counsellors, and other staff to identify and address student mental health concerns.
- Support classroom activities and facilitate a positive learning environment.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and progress.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in mental health support.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a similar role or relevant experience working with children or adults with mental health difficulties
- Knowledge of mental health issues and strategies for support.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
- Relevant qualifications in education, psychology, social work, or a related field are desirable.
Location: Blackburn
Start date: October 28th 2024
Hourly pay: £12.90 - £13.50
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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