Mental Health Support Assistant – School Setting

Role Overview

Mental Health Support Assistant – School Setting (Corby Area)

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small group support for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Help students develop emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive coping strategies.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom to encourage engagement with learning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and act as a consistent source of support.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, pastoral teams and external agencies where required.
• Assist in implementing behaviour support plans and wellbeing interventions.
• Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within education, youth work, care, support work or mental health settings.
• Genuine passion for supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and development.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Patience, empathy and resilience when supporting students facing challenges.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Relevant qualifications or training are beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Free CPD and professional development courses.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Valuable experience for those considering careers in psychology, counselling, social work, youth work, education or mental health services.

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