Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Nailsea - BS48 Would you like a role supporting the mental health of young people? A great platform for future psychologists, therapists or counsellors to gain relevant experience. £90 - £125 per day, depending on experience Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4.00pm Term time only Ideal for Psychology/Counselling GraduatesA school that specialises in accommodating children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs are looking for Teaching Assistants to support children with behavioural and mental health issues. Working with SEN students aged 8 to 18 to support their wellbeing and personal development. Engage with students and manage behaviour 1:1 or in small groups Work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school Build frontline, practical experience with young people with significant SEMH needsThe right candidate Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology OR a good education background (GCSE's in Maths and English) plus prior experience as a Teaching Assistant for children with mental health issues Enthusiastic and passionate about making a different in the lives of children with SEMH Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviourIf you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant position, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children