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Mental Health Assistant in SEMH School - Kidlington All-through School for Young People with Social, Emotional and Mental Health/Complex Needs ASAP Start Are you passionate about the mental wellbeing of the children in your community? Are you aspiring to build a career in therapy or psychology? A remarkable SEMH school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Kidlington are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Kidlington and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2026. The SEN children are aged 5 to 16 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for a mental health assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. The SEMH School is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom. They are looking for a SEN TA who will be proactive and adaptable and be able to use their own initiative. Resilience and confidence to work with challenging behaviour is desirable! • Mental Health Assistant, • Social and Emotional Mental Health Support, • ASAP Start, • Kidlington, • £80-£100 per day, • Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3pm, • Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates The SEN children in this school require a mental health assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and up for a challenge. The children have varying needs although SEMH is the main provision. Suitable experience can include working with SEN children and/or adults in any setting, even on a personal level such as with family. Level 3 qualifications+ are also required and a Degree would be most desirable. If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert. Mental Health Assistant in SEN School - Kidlington - ASAP Start

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education, mental health or child development? Are you considering a future career as a Psychologist, Counsellor, Therapist or Teacher? A welcoming Specialist School in Oxford is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic graduate to join their team either ASAP or in September and work as a Learning Support Assistant. This is an excelle... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Mental Health Assistant - Headington Aspiring Therapist role Are you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues in schools? Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Headington are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Mental Health Assistant will be a Graduate - relevant degrees include Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered! A degree is however not a necessity. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Headington and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2026. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support...

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant Location: Oxford Pay: £90 - 110 per day If you are caring and compassionate, interested in education, and looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, then this is the job for you! An inclusive and inspiring school in Oxford are looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join their team as soon as possible for a long term role. The students in this school suffer from a range of complex needs. These stem from trauma, anxiety and depression. These children are therefore struggling with learning difficulties, behavioural difficulties and emotional challenges. These students will need an individual who is not only resilient, but also confident and ready to take on a new challenge. The successful Mental Health Assistant will be directly involved in making a difference in the lives of these children! You will have the opportunity to support these children on either a 1:1 basis or in a small group setting. Your daily duties will involve supporting the class teacher with general classroom duties and helping manage classroom behaviour. As a successful Mental Health Assistant, you will need to be confident, positive and proactive. All qualities that will ensure you have success in your career as an aspiring Psychologist! The students at this school will often have a tailored education plan and you will thus need to be able to adapt to change, as each child has diff...

Are you passionate about supporting young people? Do you want to help children with Special Educational Needs? Are you a vibrant and positive worker? SEN Teaching Assistant Bicester Immediate Start A fantastic specialist school in Bicester are seeking a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as next week. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support primary and secondary-age pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication needs, learning disabilities, behaviour challenges and physical disabilities. This is an exciting role where no two days are the same. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: • Encourage positive relationships and interactions between students., • Offer 1:1 and small-group support, adapting your approach to meet individual needs., • Use de-escalation techniques and restorative practices to support emotional regulation and behaviour management., • Assist children with their communication., • Support with daily routines, learning tasks, and sensory needs., • Contribute to the wider school community by supporting activities, trips, and enrichment opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant/Support Worker, or a Psychology/Criminology Graduate who is interested in building their career within Education. Career progression routes include becoming a Play Therapist, SEN Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Educational Psychologist. This is an extremely rewarding opportunity to help some of the most vulnerable children in society, and to really make a difference. If you are interested, then please apply today. SEN Teaching Assistant - Bicester - SEN Teaching Assistant - Bicester - Bicester JBRP1_UKTJ

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant Are you passionate about mental health, psychology, and supporting young people to thrive? We are looking for a caring, resilient, and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to join this amazing specialist school in Oxford. They support students aged 11-18 with social emotional and mental health needs, as well as complex needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring psychologists, therapists, counsellors, or mental health professionals looking to gain valuable hands-on experience in an educational setting. You will work closely with students, teachers, and therapists to help create a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment where every young person can succeed. This is an amazing opportunity for those interested in a career in: • Psychology, • Mental health, • SEN and additional needs, • Youth work or counselling, • Therapy or clinical careers Your day to day as a Mental Health Assistant will consist of the below: • Supporting students to access their education in a safe, calm and engaging way, • Helping the students regulate their emotions and manage their behaviour positively, • Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual interventions and therapeutic plans, • Support communication and social skills to support emotional development

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 hybrid Maths, 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 . TPBN1_UKTJ

Mental Health Assistant - Headington Are you looking for a new opportunity in the education field? Are you keen to help young students who struggle with processing their emotions and mental health? Calling all Mental Health Assistants! A school in Headington wants you! This warm and welcoming school in Headington specialises in educating students who have trauma and thus learning difficulties. They need an individual to come in who will support them in their school work and help them reach for the stars! The role as a Mental Health Assistant: Your role as a Mental Health Support Assistant will revolve around supporting the students in the classroom. You will be there with them day by day and help make their time at school positive. You will support students either 1 on 1 or in small groups. These children have a hard time processing and understanding their emotions, so they need someone patient and encouraging to help them reach their academic goals. Your day to day as a Mental Health Assistant: You will help with small tasks around the classroom such as helping with setting up lessons, clearing up lesson materials and helping manage general classroom activities and behaviour. You may also assist students with their reading or phonics activities. As a Mental Health Assistant you will need to be calm, resilient and passionate. Many of these children often have personalised educational plans and curriculums so you will need to be proactive and be able to adapt your approach to fit the needs of the child you will be supporting. You will need an enhanced DBS Certificate - if you do not have one, don't worry - we can support your application to obtain one. The role is for an immediate start or whenever possible. It is paying £90 - £110 per day. It is based in the heart of Headington and close to good transport links. This is a wonderful opportunity for individuals who are looking to secure some experience working with vulnerable children. This role would suit someone who is a psychology graduate, aspiring psychologist, looking to be a counsellor or educational psychologist. Mental Health Assistant - Headington - ASAP Start / September Start - Full Time

Special Needs Assistant - Oxford Autism Specialism & Complex Needs ASAP Start - KS1-KS5 - Long-term position Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs? Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities? A specialist school in Oxford for students with Autism are looking for a Psychology (or similar degree) Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Oxford. The SEN children are aged 4 to 18 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. Graduates in a similar field will also be considered (e.g. Psychology, Criminology etc). This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for any Psychology Graduate to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. The ASD School is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom. They are looking for a SEN TA who will be proactive and adaptable and be able to use their own initiative. This is a fantastic opportunity for any aspiring teachers, educational/occupational/clinical psychologists or therapists. SEN Teaching Assistant Autism Specialism ASAP Start Special Needs Assistant - Oxford £90-£100 per day Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm Ideal for Psychology GraduatesThe SEN children in this school require a teaching assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and up for a challenge. The children have varying needs although Autism is the main provision. Suitable experience can include working with SEN children and/or adults in any setting, even on a personal level such as with family. Level 3 qualifications+ are also required and a Degree would be most desirable. If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please apply directly to this advert. Special Needs Assistant - Oxford - ASAP Start

Have you considered a future in Speech and Language Therapy? Are you interested in communication and language acquisition? Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with additional learning needs? If so, then this opportunity is for you! An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join them full-time either immediately or in September. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and associated challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain experience supporting children to overcome communication barriers. You will work closely with a small class of 8 students, liaising with the class teacher, therapists and support staff to help all students flourish. You will play an instrumental role in developing the independence, social skills and communication of students, as well as their physical and creative developmental. You will ensure all pupils are supported emotionally, and help them navigate their own feelings and emotions. You will also help encourage different ways to communicate, and learn specialist communication methods, such as Makaton, PECS and TEACHH. As a Graduate, this LSA role will provide you with the experience and understanding required to become a Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Educational Psychologist in the future. You will gain an insight into the approach used by multi-therapy teams, and how to increase language acquisition in children. The school are looking for a bubbly and friendly Graduate with a passion for supporting others, and a positive attitude. A degree in Psychology, Criminology, English or Linguistics would be beneficial. Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist Learning Support Assistant Oxford £90 - £100 per day Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 Immediate or September Start Graduate Opportunity!Are you an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist? If yes, apply now! Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Oxford, Oxford, Oxford, Oxford

Mental Health Assistant - Headington, Oxford £92 - £105 per day | Full-Time | September Start Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain invaluable experience working with vulnerable young people before pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health or Social Work? This is an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist Alternative Provision setting supporting children and young people aged 5-16 who require a more personalised and nurturing approach to education. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will support students who may have experienced barriers to learning, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, behavioural difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem or disrupted educational journeys. The school is committed to helping young people rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes for their future. The successful Mental Health Assistant will work within small class groups, receiving support from a multidisciplinary team including teachers, mentors, therapists and pastoral staff. The setting takes a trauma-informed and restorative approach, focusing on building positive relationships, resilience, emotional literacy and self-confidence. The Role: • Supporting students with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges Working as a Mental Health Assistant to promote emotional wellbeing and engagement Building positive, trusting relationships with young people Supporting emotional regulation and social skills development Assisting students both inside and outside the classroom Helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence Working closely with teachers, mentors and external professionals Ideal Candidate: • Psychology Graduate or graduate from a related subject Aspiring Clinical Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Counsellor or Therapist Passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people Calm, resilient and empathetic Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults is desirable Why Apply? • Outstanding experience for aspiring psychologists Gain hands-on experience supporting SEMH and behavioural needs Work within small classes and highly supportive teams Learn from experienced mentors, therapists and education professionals Develop knowledge of trauma-informed and restorative practice * Make a genuine difference to young people's lives every day This Mental Health Assistant role offers an exceptional foundation for graduates looking to build a career in psychology, mental health or specialist education. If you're looking for a rewarding and meaningful Mental Health Assistant position where you can support young people to overcome barriers and achieve success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become a Mental Health Assistant and start making a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.

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As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. To join us as a Housekee

Senior Care Assistant - day shifts - immediate start in Higams Park, E4. Ventry Care is recruiting Senior Care Assistantsto our residential care home.

Right now, we are looking for a talented Practitioner Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development, and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed team based within our substance use services in the London boroughs - City of London and Hackney.

Blackstone Education are currently working with multiple schools around Wirral, Liverpool and Wigan who are recruiting for SEN Teaching Assistants to join them on either a day to day supply basis or long-term temp - Monday to Friday 8. As a Teaching Assistant / LSA, you will:.

Reading Teaching Assistant | Waltham Forest | September 2026 Start. A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a Reading Teaching Assistant from September 2026 on a full-time basis until the end of the academic year in July 2027, with strong potential for extension. R

Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant SEN Schools. We are currently recruiting passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants to work across a group of specialist SEN schools and mainstream schools within Surrey and the surrounding areas. As a Teaching Assistan

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Primary Teacher - Tower Hamlets - September 2026 Start. Are you passionate about pursuing a career in Primary Education and looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant role from September 2026?. Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly su

Horizon Teachers are supporting a lovely secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London, in their search for a new Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This fantastic secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London is looking for an engaging and resourceful Teaching Assistant to suppo

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They are looking for compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their growing education team at The Specialist Trust. A Teaching Assistant role at The Specialist Trust is very different from a mainstream TA position.

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Primary Teaching Assistant | Redbridge | September 2026. A welcoming and diverse primary school is seeking ambitious Primary Teaching Assistants to join their team from September. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children across the classroom, working closely w

We are on the lookout for an experienced and enthusiastic Psychologist to join our dynamic team in the charming town of Windsor, UK.

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a secondary school setting? Ribbons & Reeves are working with a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Epping seeking an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September

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Horizon Teachers is actively seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant with experience covering classes ranging from KS3 to KS5.

Graduate Computer Science Teaching Assistant Paddington. An ambitious and high-achieving secondary school in West London is looking to appoint a Graduate Computer Science Teaching Assistant to join its successful Computing department this September.

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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Primary School. Destination Education is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Teaching Assistant looking to take on a rewarding role whe

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. Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position. Role: Full Time SEN Teaching Assistant

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Five Education are looking for a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our well-resourced secondary school in Taunton, supporting students with Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). Are you a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your education career? Would you relish the opportunity to play a leading role in supporting teaching and learning within a successful secondary school?. Higher Level Teach

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Reserve With Media. They are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Reserve with Media to join their team as soon as possible. HLTAs also play an important role in mentoring Teaching Assistants and monitoring student progress.

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SEMH Teaching Assistant | Newham | September 2026 Start. A welcoming secondary school in Newham is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join its support team from September 2026 until July 2027. SEMH Teaching Assistant What the School Offers.

Graduate Computer Science Teaching Assistant – ITT Pathway. A high-performing and forward-thinking secondary school in Kent is seeking a Graduate Computer Science Teaching Assistant to join its thriving department from September.

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