Job Title: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Wimborne
Salary: £13.68 to £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
GSL Education are looking for a caring and motivated Mental Health Teaching Assistant (TA) to support students in a wonderful school in Wimborne. This is your chance to make a real difference by helping children manage their emotions, stay focused, and feel confident in school.
As a Mental Health TA, you will play a key role in helping students build emotional resilience and develop positive coping strategies. Your patience, empathy, and encouragement will help students feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.
Your Role Will Include:
* Supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs during lessons and breaks.
* Helping children manage their behaviour, feelings, and friendships in positive ways.
* Working closely with teachers and other staff to make sure students feel safe and supported.
* Encouraging a calm and welcoming classroom environment.
* Keeping track of how students are doing and sharing updates with the team.
* Being a trusted adult that students can talk to and rely on.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
* A strong interest in supporting children with mental health or emotional needs.
* Experience working with young people (in school, youth work, care, or similar).
* A calm, patient, and understanding nature.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
* A CV covering the past 10 years (with any gaps clearly explained).
* An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why Work With Us:
* Earn a competitive hourly rate based on your experience.
* Work in a friendly and supportive school environment.
* Get ongoing training and professional development.
* Receive personalised support from your dedicated GSL Education consultant.
* Make a real difference in the lives of young people every day.
If you are passionate and dedicate Mental Health Teaching Assistant, apply now for this full-time role in Wimborne.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must pass all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality support staff in schools and other settings across the UK.
To apply for this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Wimborne, click ‘apply now’ to send your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch.