Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate - Bletchley
Education and Training | Long-Term Opportunity | SEMH Support Role
Are you a Psychology Graduate or aspiring mental health professional looking to gain practical experience in education? Do you have a strong interest in social justice, youth work, or SEN and want to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
Position: Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Location: Bletchley
Start Date: ASAP or September
Salary: £450-£525 per week
Contract: Long-term, full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, early finish on Fridays)
About the Role
This Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting. Whether you're aiming for a future career in counselling, mental health, social work, or the criminal justice system, this role will provide valuable exposure to a range of student needs.
You will support students aged 11-19 within an Alternative Provision setting in Bletchley, working with small groups (3-6 pupils per class) and often on a 1:1 basis. The provision offers a restorative and therapeutic approach to education and behaviour, focusing on developing key life skills alongside academic support.
Key Responsibilities
Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in both academic and therapeutic activities
Build positive relationships to foster trust, safety, and emotional regulation
Encourage engagement through both curriculum and enrichment activities
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver holistic supportIdeal Candidate
A recent Psychology or Criminology Graduate, or someone with relevant experience in SEN or youth work
Has a genuine interest in supporting mental health and behaviour in young people
Holds strong GCSE grades (Grade 5 or above in English and Maths preferred)
Open to exploring how mental health, trauma, and autism present differently in boys and girls
Has interests beyond traditional academics-such as sport, dance, photography, cooking, or coding-helping to engage students in practical learningWhy This Role?
This is more than just a classroom-based role. It's a unique opportunity to observe how education and mental health intersect, particularly in young people navigating emotional challenges. The experience you'll gain is highly relevant to careers in:
Youth Justice and Advocacy
Social and Family Support Services
Educational Psychology and SEN Teaching
Parole and Probation WorkIf you're passionate about inclusion, education, and mental health-and want to develop your understanding in a supportive, structured setting-this Mental Health Teaching Assistant role in Bletchley could be your ideal next step