Location:Crawley Contract: Full-time, term-time only Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £88-£115 per day
❓ Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience supporting young people with SEN / SEMH needs?Do you have a genuine interest in mental health, emotional wellbeing, and trauma-informed practice, and are considering a future career in Educational or Clinical Psychology?
About the SchoolA small specialist school near Crawley is seeking a motivated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated SEMH team.The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated challenging behaviours. Many students may be disengaged from education or at risk of exclusion, so building trust, consistency, and positive relationships is at the heart of the role.
This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology or Criminology graduates to gain first-hand experience in a restorative, trauma-informed environment, and develop key skills relevant to careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, youth justice or therapeutic practice.
Your RoleAs Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will:
Build positive, trusting relationships with students who are disengaged or at risk of exclusionSupport social, emotional, and mental health developmentEncourage engagement, confidence, and resilience in learningWork alongside teachers and therapists to deliver SEMH-focused interventions…