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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support. We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / 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) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties). We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Kent. At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists. This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey. • Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule, • Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home, • Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us, • A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you, • We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips, • A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better, • This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision, • These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey, • If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring, • Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey, • Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress, • Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS), • Minimum 2 years teaching experience, • Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs, • Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes, • Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed), • Two professional references, • This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise, • You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE, • We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage, • Our insurance covers the work you do for 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 within two weeks. We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students. We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us. Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles: • SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist, • Learning Support Assistant (LSA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist, • Educational Psychologist

A thriving primary school in Barking and Dagenham is seeking a resilient Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work within their specialist SEN unit.Support children with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques.Work 1:1 w

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH SEMH Teaching Assistant London Borough of Redbridge Full Time Position Long Term Contract Start ASAP The School Based in the heart of Redbridge, this 'good' rated school caters for boys aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) or who

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Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant Location: Chesham, Buckinghamshire Start Date: October 2025 Contract: Full-time Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology or Criminology, looking to gain hands-on experience working with children with special educational needs? Do you a

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As a dedicated Mental Health Assistant you will facilitate and provide individualised and tailored support in the form of ABA Therapy. They are looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join their team starting in September. Our highly regarded specialist school in Wantage are looking for an enthusia

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and making a real difference in people’s lives? If so, we have the perfe

An amazing specialist school in the heart of Maidenhead is on the hunt for a Mental Health Support Assistant to join their team starting ASAP. Qualities you will need to be a great Mental Health Support Assistant:. Mental Health Support Assistant.

Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Slough. Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Slough. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with emotional regulation, social development, and academic engagement.

Apply for this School Mental Health Assistant role today and be part of a team that believes mental health is just as important as academic success. Join a Dedicated Team as a School Mental Health Assistant - Bedford. Job Title: School Mental Health Assistant.

If you're ready to start your journey in education or mental health, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Graduate Mental Health Assistant position. Role: Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant. Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - High Wycombe.

Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Wokingham. Mental Health Assistant - Secondary - Wokingham. Are you passionate about supporting young people's mental health and emotional well-being? Do you aspire to a career in Psychology, Counselling, or Education?.

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant - Slough. Our highly regarded specialist school in Slough are looking for an enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, parents and external professionals to create a supportive and safe env

Applications are invited from enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants with a genuine committment to working with older people to join the comprehensive service on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands. We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with expertise in placing Healthcare

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable information and insight into mental health issues and equip you to be an advocate for mental health awareness and interventions to support students. Our lovely school in Oxford is looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join them in fostering a nurt

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Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury. Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). A genuine interest in education, mental health, or youth work.

If you're ready to start your journey in education or mental health, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Graduate Mental Health Assistant position. Role: Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant. Graduate – Mental Health Assistant - High Wycombe.

We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist school in Slough that caters to children with a range of complex learning difficulties, including autism, global developmental delay, and communication needs. Mental Health Assistant - Slough. As a Mental Health Assistant

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Learning Support Assistant – Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) - Woking. Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you. The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16

Applications are invited from enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants with a genuine commitment to working with older people to join the comprehensive service on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands. We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the plac

Child Mental Health Assistant/Teaching Assistant for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs – Special School in Basingstoke for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties. The Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Support Assistant will be working closely with trained

Passion for Mental Health: A genuine interest in mental health, particularly in relation to Autism and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. As a School Mental Health Assistant at a specialist SEN school in Bedford, you'll play a vital role in supporting children with complex social, em

As a Childrens Mental Health Assistant, you will be working with children who have a diagnosis of Social and Emotional Mental Health needs. Children's Mental Health Assistant – Newcastle upon Tyne. We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Childrens Mental Health Assistan

A welcoming Primary School in Didcot is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their team immediately. Mental Health Assistant - Didcot - ASAP Start. This is an excellent opportunity for psychology graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone interested in mental health and education.

Graduate Mental Health Assistant – Aylesbury. Graduate Mental Health Assistant – Aylesbury. Ideal stepping stone for further study or careers in mental health, psychology, or education.

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