Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Intervention Ta

Are you a soon-to-be Psychology Graduate, or current Psychology Graduate, seeking your first paid role in which you can apply your knowledge and skills? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people? Perhaps you are considering a career in Special Education and would like to gain some experience?

Team Educate is proud to represent a Special School in the Coventry area who are actively recruiting committed and compassionate Teaching Assistants who have the skills, knowledge and confidence to facilitate Mental Health Interventions for pupils with Autism, Anxiety and/or Trauma-backgrounds. This is a full-time position, working Monday - Friday. Part-time hours would also be considered for the right candidate.

The role of Mental Health Intervention Teaching Assistant will involve working with secondary aged pupils who have additional learning needs relating to their social, emotional and Mental Health, in addition to supporting pupils within their regular lessons and activities. The successful candidate will facilitate structured intervention for pupils centred on the topic of Mental Health, as well as the core skills in English and Maths. This will sometimes involve working alongside pupils in a mentoring capacity within a normal classroom context, and will require a dynamic, thoughtful mentor who is able top build strong relationships and build rapport with young learners. The majority of pupils you will be working with will have EHCPs.

The school is highly committed to supporting their pupils, and the staff share the same, committed ethos of supporting their learners' academic progress and wellbeing at all times. They are looking for equally committed mentors to join them in their journey.

Responsibilities of Mental Health Intervention Teaching Assistant:

- Provide support and assistance to individuals with special educational needs in order to promote academic and social development.

- Use your skillset to communicate with learners and support them in their studies to foster engagement in the classroom.

- Assist in the implementation of IEPs and EHCPs.

- Collaborate with specialist teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

- Provide assistance with emotional wellbeing and behavioural needs.

Mental Health Intervention Teaching Assistants will require:

- A degree in Psychology, or related field.

- Previous experience of working with children or young adults in a Mental Health/wellbeing focused setting.

- An Enhanced DBS that is registered with the Update Service, or a willingness to process a new one.

- Experience supporting pupils with a range of learning needs (SEN), specifically SEMH, ASC, ADHD or Attachment Disorder.

- Patience, empathy, and compassion, with a drive to support pupils' emotional and academic progress.

This is an excellent opportunity for Teaching Assistants with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children who need support with their Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. It is also an opportunity to secure a long-term position in one of our fantastic partner schools, with the opportunity to secure a permanent vacancy in the long-run.

Submit your CV and we'll be sure to get in contact with you!

What we stand for:

We are an experienced agency of former-teaching staff, with our schools' and candidates' best interests at heart. We have lots of positions coming to us on a weekly basis and we are confident we can find the perfect role for you! Something that separates us from other teaching agencies is our in-house teaching experts, who have 30+ years of experience in various education settings. Our team are on hand to offer our candidates support with their teaching practice, help ensure success in their role, and offer opportunities to enhance their professional development.

If you have a friend who may be interested in joining us? We offer £75 for every Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant referral and £150 for every Supply Teacher referral (terms and conditions apply).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Pay: Up to £95.00 per day

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Do you have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service?
• When could you start in the role?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person