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Location: Bath Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Temporary (Ongoing) MedGen Healthcare is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Mental Health Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with complex mental health needs. This role involves supporting children and adolescents with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, emotion... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Learning Support Assistant (Behaviour & Inclusion) £96 - £110 North Somerset Flexible / Supply / Long-term opportunities available About the Role Connex Education are currently recruiting a passionate and resilient Learning Support Assistant (Behaviour & Inclusion) to work across a range of specialist settings in North Somerset. You will be supporting children and young people with a variety of additional needs, helping them access learning, regulate behaviour and build confidence in a safe and structured environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to inclusion and wants to make a meaningful difference every day. Key Responsibilities • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, • Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support strategies, • Help deliver tailored learning activities under teacher guidance, • Promote positive behaviour and reinforce school routines, • Support communication needs using appropriate strategies (visuals, prompts, etc.), • Build trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and progress, • Contribute to a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment How Children May Present (Behaviour & Inclusion Needs) You may be supporting children and young people who present with a wide range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), Sensory Processing Delay (SPD) and communication difficulties. Pupils may: • Experience challenges with emotional regulation, including frustration, anxiety, or shutdown/meltdown responses, • Display behaviour that can be challenging or communicate unmet needs, • Require consistent routines and clear, structured expectations, • Struggle with transitions or changes to their day, • Need support with social interaction and understanding boundaries, • Use alternative communication methods such as visuals, PECS, or gestures, • Require sensory breaks or time in calm, low-stimulation environments Your role is not just to manage behaviour, but to understand the underlying need and support positive outcomes through patience, consistency and empathy. What Were Looking For • Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience desirable), • Calm, resilient and adaptable approach, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A genuine passion for inclusion and supporting vulnerable learners, • Ability to build positive relationships and act as a trusted adult Why Work for Connex Education At Connex Education, we are committed to supporting both our staff and the schools we partner with to create meaningful, long-term impact in education. Working with us means: • Dedicated SEND & SEMH consultant support who understands specialist education, • Access to a wide range of placements across specialist schools & provisions, • Flexible work opportunities day-to-day, long-term, and permanent roles, • Ongoing accredited CPD and training opportunities, including behaviour management and trauma-informed practice, • Competitive pay, with PAYE payroll and no hidden umbrella deductions, • A strong focus on matching you to environments where you can thrive and make a real difference, • Support throughout your placement with regular check-ins and career guidance Working in partnership with Connex Education, we prioritise roles that support inclusion, wellbeing and positive outcomes for children with additional needs. Apply now or contact Charlotte on 0117 486 5001 or Equal Opportunities Connex Education is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or ethnicity. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Location: Bath Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Temporary (Ongoing) MedGen Healthcare is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Mental Health Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with complex mental health needs. This role involves supporting children and adolescents with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and other additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping young people feel safe, understood, and supported in their daily lives. The Role As a Mental Health Healthcare Assistant, you will: • Provide consistent emotional support and reassurance to children experiencing anxiety, distress, or behavioural challenges., • Support children with autism and ADHD to manage routines, transitions, and sensory sensitivities., • Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, mealtimes, hygiene, and maintaining a structured routine., • Implement behaviour support plans and positive behaviour strategies in line with care plans., • Safely manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using PMVA techniques where necessary., • Maintain accurate, clear, and timely records of care provided and incidents., • Promote a safe, nurturing, struc...

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Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Frome, that is actively looking to recruit a Technical Officer to join the team on a permanent basis. What you will be doing: Carrying out and managing audits including GMP, Hygiene, Glass & Plastic, CCP Calibration of measurement equipment in factory and laboratory to the agreed schedule Support the Quality Assistant Manager with monitoring and investigating customer complaints. Carrying out hygiene inspections. Conduct thorough inspections of incoming raw materials to ensure they meet defined specifications, labelling requirements. Raise supplier nonconformance/rejection notifications and follow up to ensure investigations are carried out within requested timeframes. What you will need to succeed: HACCP level 2, internal auditor qualifications Ideally, knowledge of customer codes or practice and BRC requirements Experience of working in a QA or QC function of a food factory Good communication skills What you will receive in return: to £34,000 per annum (DOE) Company pension 6% employer contribution (Salary Exchange) (Subject to contract) 25 days holiday + Bank holidays 4 x Death in Service Long service recognition Wellbeing initiatives - Free flu jabs, free eye tests, £90 contribution to prescription lenses, free legal and financial helpline and mental health support, virtual GP What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please email on sarah. elliott@ (url removed) or contact me on (phone number removed) to discuss further. Thrive group are acting as an Employment Agency with respect to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. PRMSTH

You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives! Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us. What makes this role right for you: We are working with Schools and Local Authorities in your area and are looking for Core Subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEND Tutors and Teachers like you to transform the lives of Young People with SEND and SEMH needs in your community! We are looking for SEND Tutors and Teachers with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners – take control of your teaching journey with us and work flexibly, creatively, and in a trauma-informed way to make a difference in your own life and the lives of the young people we support. The benefits we offer our SEND Tutor and Teachers: Competitive pay: £28 - £35 per hour Flexible working: In person, hybrid, and work from home teaching opportunities Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule CPD and employee mentoring: TES CPD suite and professional mentor access SEND Support Team: Support to keep a team around you and the child Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals A Role with Purpose: Join a child-centred company committed to reimagining the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better SEND Tutor and Teacher role requirements: Experience: 2+ years teaching experience, ideally working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD in a holistic and trauma-informed way Subjects: Familiarity teaching English, Maths, and/or Science Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS) Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment The SEND Tutor and Teacher role and responsibilities: Provide in person, online / remote, and hybridMaths, English, or Science tuition to children, teenagers, and young people with SEMH and SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, and other Additional Educational Needs Support pupils and students, ranging from KS1 - KS5 (as appropriate for your skills), referred by local authorities and schools by planning and delivering flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring Plan and report for lessons and provide regular feedback on student progress We are on a mission to raise the standard of education provided to young people with SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We want you as part of our mission! Applying: Apply in less than 5 minutes via our mobile and browser optimised application form Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis - apply now and start making a difference! We welcome tutors from all backgrounds - our learners come from diverse communities and our organisation must reflect and represent their experiences We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people SEND Tutor and Teacher employment status: This position involves engaging with us on a self-employed basis, as and when opportunities arise Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience: Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles: SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator) SLD / MLD Teacher Autism / ADHD Support Teacher Intervention Specialist / Teacher / Tutor Ex-Teacher Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA) Educational Therapist Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) Educational Psychologist (EP) Inclusion Coordinator If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants

8:30am – 3:30pm, 4 days per week £14.25 per hour Start Date: 1st September 2026 Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience supporting young people with additional needs and mental health challenges? This is an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in educational psychology, mental health, clinical practice, youth justice, social care, counselling, or therapeutic work to develop real-world experience within a specialist college environment in central Bath. You will support young people with autism, learning disabilities, emotional regulation needs, and complex backgrounds, helping them to access education, build independence, and feel safe, understood, and supported within a structured setting. Why Psychology & Criminology Graduates Are Well Suited to This Role Graduates in Psychology and Criminology bring a strong understanding of human behaviour, emotional regulation, communication, trauma, and mental health. Many students in specialist college settings experience anxiety, social communication difficulties, low confidence, sensory overwhelm, or challenges linked to previous life experiences. The ability to build trust, remain calm under pressure, understand behaviour as communication, and develop positive therapeutic relationships is central to this role. Your studies will have given you valuable insight into: • Mental health and emotional wellbeing • Behavioural and cognitive development • Trauma-informed approaches • Communication and relationship-building • Neurodiversity and individual differences • The importance of consistency, empathy, and safeguarding This role offers the chance to apply that knowledge in a highly rewarding, practical setting while gaining experience that is directly relevant to careers in psychology, mental health, therapy, education, youth work, probation, social work, and related fields. About the Role As a Therapeutic Support Assistant, you will work closely with students in the classroom and around the college, providing consistent, person-centred support tailored to individual needs. You will use structured, relational, and autism-informed approaches to help students engage with learning, develop communication skills, regulate emotions, and manage daily routines successfully. You will become a key trusted adult for students, helping to create a calm, safe, and supportive environment where they can thrive both academically and personally. About the Setting This specialist college supports young people with: • Autism (ASC) • Moderate to severe learning disabilities • Communication and sensory needs • Social, emotional, and mental health needs • Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties • Additional needs linked to previous adverse experiences The environment is highly supportive, structured, and relationship-focused, with a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, emotional safety, and independence. Staff work collaboratively with therapists, behaviour specialists, teachers, and support teams to ensure every student can access education in a way that works for them. Key Responsibilities • Provide tailored classroom and therapeutic support • Support emotional regulation using calm and consistent approaches • Build positive, trusting relationships with students • Help students engage with learning and daily routines • Use autism-informed and trauma-informed strategies • Support communication, confidence, and independence • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams • Promote student wellbeing, safety, and inclusion throughout the day What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience supporting young people with SEN and mental health needs • Experience applying psychological and behavioural theory in practice • Training in autism-informed practice, behaviour support, and communication strategies • Experience working within a multidisciplinary therapeutic team • Insight into neurodiversity, cognition, emotional regulation, and mental health support • Excellent experience for careers in: o Educational Psychology o Clinical Psychology o Mental Health Support o Counselling & Therapy o Youth Justice & Probation o Occupational Therapy o Speech & Language Therapy o Social Work o SEN Education • Opportunity for long-term or permanent roles Ideal Candidate • Graduate in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Education, or a related field • Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs • Interested in mental health, behaviour, neurodiversity, or therapeutic work • Calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • Experience supporting young people is desirable (education, care, youth work, mentoring, SEN support, coaching, or volunteering) If you’re looking to gain meaningful experience supporting young people with autism, additional needs, and mental health challenges while building skills relevant to psychology, criminology, and therapeutic careers, apply now

You know that one young person who finally opens up to you after weeks of silence? The one who starts showing up, joining in, and believing in themselves a little more because someone took the time to understand them. That's exactly why you'd be brilliant in this role. We're looking for Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Sports Coaches, Support Workers, and anyone with experience supporting young people to join SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) schools across the area as a Teaching Assistant. No classroom experience? That's okay. If you've built trust with young people, helped them through tough moments, and know how to stay calm when things get challenging, you've already got skills schools are crying out for. What does the role involve? Every day is different, but you could be: Supporting pupils who need extra emotional and behavioural support Building positive relationships with young people who may have struggled in mainstream education Helping students stay engaged with learning Being a calm, consistent adult they can rely on Working alongside teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams Who are we looking for? You might be a: Youth Worker Behaviour Mentor Sports Coach Residential Support Worker Children's Support Worker Community Worker Graduate looking to start a career in education Someone with personal experience supporting young people Most importantly, you'll be patient, resilient, and genuinely passionate about helping young people succeed. Why SEMH? Because every small win matters. A student attending a full day. A young person regulating their emotions. A learner believing they can achieve something they never thought possible. These schools change lives, and you'll play a huge part in that story. What you'll get from Protocol Education Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella company faff FREE access to our online CPD Academy Dedicated consultant support from people who actually pick up the phone Opportunities in SEMH, SEND and alternative provision settings Flexible and long-term opportunities available Clear career pathways into teaching, pastoral work and SEND specialisms Ready to make a difference? If you've got experience supporting young people and want a role where your impact is felt every single day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and let's find a school where your skills can truly shine. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

Part-Time Student/ Graduate Teaching Assistant Bath and surrounding areas | Flexible 1–5 days per week | £92.63 per day (£14.25 per hour)| Term-time only Are you studying at the University of Bath or Bath Spa University and looking for flexible, rewarding work that fits around your lectures, placements, or other commitments? Axcis Education is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to work as Teaching Assistants in Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools across Bath. Whether you're looking to gain experience alongside your studies or build a career working with children, this role offers valuable hands-on experience in education. You'll support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Every day is different, and you'll play a key role in helping children develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Why Join Axcis Education? • Flexible working to fit around university, placements, or other commitments, • Choose from 1–5 days per week, • £92.63 per day, • Weekly pay every Friday, • Free CPD training, including Autism Awareness and Safeguarding, • Dedicated local consultant with strong relationships across Bath schools, • Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school positions, • Excellent experience for careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, social work, occupational therapy, and youth work Who We're Looking For This role is perfect for students, graduates, or anyone with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people. We're particularly interested in hearing from: • Students and graduates from the University of Bath or Bath Spa University, • Individuals studying Psychology, Education, Criminology, Health & Social Care, Sport, Childhood Studies, or related subjects, • People with previous experience working with children, whether through volunteering, coaching, tutoring, childcare, youth work, or support work, • Candidates who are patient, reliable, and keen to make a positive impact A driving licence and access to a vehicle is highly desirable, as some of the schools we work with are located in rural areas around Bath and can be difficult to access using public transport alone. Apply Today If you're looking for flexible, meaningful work that fits around your studies while helping you gain valuable experience with children and young people, we'd love to hear from you. Join Axcis Education and start making a difference in local schools across Bath

Mental Health Support Assistant | Waltham Forest | September 2026 Start. Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to build meaningful experience within a primary school setting? A welcoming and highly inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a Menta

Mental Health Transport Assistant Full Time (46. If youre looking for a rewarding role in Mental Health Care, this is your opportunity! Working in healthcare allows you to make a real difference in people's lives during their most vulnerable moments. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Menta

A leading educational organization in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate has experience in education, psychology, or youth work and shows a strong interest in mental health.

This Mental Health Assistant role would suit someone with experience in education, psychology, youth work, or care. A welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Newbury is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This is a rewarding opportunity to sup

Are you a Psychology or Criminology Graduate looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of young people?Then look no furtherA well-respected Specialist School in Oxford are looking for a Mental Health Support Assis

Mental Health Support Assistant. This nurturing and highly regarded specialist school in Oxford are looking for a Mental Health Support Assistant to support their students dire. Do you believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood and celebrated? Are you passionate about supporting children

Seeking a compassionate and empathetic Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support students aged 4-16 in a specialist school in Oxford.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead. Are you passionate about supporting young people with mental health needs, trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges? xdjnayx.

Seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant for a specialist Aylesbury setting supporting children with mental health difficulties and trauma.

Psychology graduate sought for a mental health support role at a specialist school in Headington, focusing on young vulnerable people and developing clinical skills.

Assist pupils with SEN and mental health needs, providing support in academics and well-being.

Seeking a Mental Health Assistant for a SEMH school in Oxford to support children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

Seeking a Mental Health Assistant for a specialist school in Oxford to support children with SEMH needs.

Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant - Oxford. Are you looking to build a career in mental health and education?. Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us

Seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support young people with mental health needs, trauma, anxiety, and behavioral challenges in a therapeutic school setting.

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each o

Seeking a compassionate and empathetic Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support students aged 4-16 in fostering a positive learning environment.

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring t

A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant is so important. As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that

As a Mental Health Support Assistant, you will support the academic learning, emotional well being and behaviour of the students at the school. The school employ a therapeutic approach so will offer a range of training to the Mental Health Support Assistant appointed. This is a fantastic opportunity

Support students with mental health and wellbeing in a specialist SEN school, assisting with emotional regulation, behavior, and engagement in learning.

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role w

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic graduate in Psychology, Drama, Sports, or Health & Social Care to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a thriving 'Outstanding' Special School located in Hackney. Psychology, Drama, Sports, or Health & Social Care Graduate. Role: Full Time SEN