Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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  • Milton Keynes
  • £450-525 per week
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate - Milton Keynes
Education and Training | Long-Term Opportunity | SEMH Support RoleAre you a Psychology Graduate or aspiring mental health professional looking to gain practical experience in education? Do you have a strong interest in social justice, youth work, or SEN and want to make a real difference in the lives of young people?Position: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Milton Keynes
Start Date: ASAP or September
Salary: £450-£525 per week
Contract: Long-term, full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, early finish on Fridays)About the RoleThis Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting. Whether you're aiming for a future career in counselling, mental health, social work, or the criminal justice system, this role will provide valuable exposure to a range of student needs.You will support students aged 11-19 within an Alternative Provision setting in Milton Keynes, working with small groups (3-6 pupils per class) and often on a 1:1 basis. The provision offers a restorative and therapeutic approach to education and behaviour, focusing on developing key life skills alongside academic support.Key Responsibilities
  • Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in both academic and therapeutic activities
  • Build positive relationships to foster trust, safety, and emotional regulation
  • Encourage engagement through both curriculum and enrichment activities
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver holistic support
Ideal Candidate
  • A recent Psychology or Criminology Graduate, or someone with relevant experience in SEN or youth work
  • Has a genuine interest in supporting mental health and behaviour in young people
  • Holds strong GCSE grades (Grade 5 or above in English and Maths preferred)
  • Open to exploring how mental health, trauma, and autism present differently in boys and girls
  • Has interests beyond traditional academics-such as sport, dance, photography, cooking, or coding-helping to engage students in practical learning
Why This Role?This is more than just a classroom-based role. It's a unique opportunity to observe how education and mental health intersect, particularly in young people navigating emotional challenges. The experience you'll gain is highly relevant to careers in:
  • Youth Justice and Advocacy
  • Social and Family Support Services
  • Educational Psychology and SEN Teaching
  • Parole and Probation Work
If you're passionate about inclusion, education, and mental health-and want to develop your understanding in a supportive, structured setting-this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Milton Keynes could be your ideal next step.

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