Primary Mental Health Assistant - Devizes
Location: Devizes
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting children's mental health and wellbeing?
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Devizes is seeking a dedicated Primary Mental Health Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as additional learning needs including autism.
You will play a key role in helping children feel safe, supported, and able to engage in their learning each day.
The Role - Primary Mental Health Assistant - Devizes
1. Support children who may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or struggle to engage in the classroom
2. Provide 1:1 support to help pupils regulate emotions and remain focused during lessons
3. Deliver small group interventions to build social skills, confidence, and resilience
4. Use behaviour management strategies to de-escalate challenging situations calmly
5. Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils feel secure and understood
6. Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals to support ...