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Mental Health Teaching Assistant | Chippenham - Wiltshire
Are you passionate about supporting children with their emotional wellbeing and mental health? If you're looking to build a rewarding career in education, psychology, therapy, or mental health services, this Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunity in Chippenham could be the ideal next step.
A welcoming specialist school in Chippenham is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support children aged 5-16 with Autism, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, anxiety, and additional learning needs. This Mental Health Teaching Assistant role offers invaluable experience working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and SEN professionals within a supportive and therapeutic school environment.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day, helping them regulate their emotions, build resilience, and develop confidence. You will work closely with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, implement strategies to support positive behaviour, encourage engagement in learning, and help pupils develop communication, independence, and social skills. The Mental Health Teaching Assistant will also contribute to creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment where every child can thrive academically and emotionally.
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Why Apply?
- Gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism, SEMH, anxiety, and additional needs.
- Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist support staff.
- Develop valuable skills in behaviour support, emotional regulation, safeguarding, and therapeutic interventions.
- Ideal experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists, teachers, counsellors, and mental health professionals.
Full-time, Monday to Friday.
£85-£110 per day.
Excellent training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
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This Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunity is perfect for someone who is patient, empathetic, and committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people. Every day will bring new opportunities to build meaningful relationships, support emotional development, and help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
If you're looking to gain meaningful experience within education and mental health, this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Chippenham provides the perfect platform to develop your skills while making a genuine difference to children's lives.
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Apply today for this Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunity in Chippenham and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, psychology, and mental health support.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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