Mental Health Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Ages 11–16)
📍 Reading
💰 £85–£100 per day
🕰️ Full-time | ASAP Start
Are you passionate about supporting young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing? We’re looking for a caring, resilient, and proactive Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in Reading.
About the Role:
You’ll work closely with students aged 11–16 who face social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your role will involve supporting students in class, mentoring one-to-one, and helping them develop the confidence, resilience, and coping skills they need to thrive both in and out of school.
What You’ll Be Doing:
✨ Providing one-to-one and small group support focused on emotional regulation and mental wellbeing
✨ Assisting with classroom learning, behaviour management and pastoral care
✨ Building trusting, positive relationships with students and acting as a role model
✨ Working alongside teachers, pastoral leads and therapeutic staff to deliver tailored support
Why This Role Matters:
Secondary school can be a challenging time for many young people — especially those managing mental health difficulties. In this role, you’ll be a vital source of stability, encouragement, and support, helping students navigate their school journey with greater confidence and positivity.
What’s in It for You?
✔️ Direct, hands-on experience in mental health support within education
✔️ A brilliant platform for careers in psychology, youth work, social care, or education
✔️ Ongoing training, CPD, and professional development opportunities
✔️ Join a passionate, supportive team who are committed to making a difference
About You:
✅ Patient, compassionate and able to stay calm in challenging situations
✅ Strong communication skills and a natural ability to build rapport with young people
✅ Experience working with young people or in a mental health/SEN setting (desirable but not essential)
✅ Available to start full-time ASAP
Ready to Get Involved?
Apply today and help make school a safe, positive, and supportive place for young people who need it most.
