Jobs, fresher vacancy - Mental Health TA • Northamptonshire

Company: Tradewind Recruitment

Northamptonshire

Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Corby, NorthamptonshireStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-time / Part-time (long-term opportunities available)Pay: £90 Per Day (Term-time) Tradewind Recruitment is working with schools in the Corby area to recruit a compassionate and resilient Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives. The Role: Providing 1:1 and small-group support for students with mental health and emotional needs Supporting pupils with anxiety, trauma, low mood, or behavioural challenges Helping students regulate emotions and develop positive coping strategies Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment Supporting students both in and out of the classroom The Ideal Candidate Will: Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH / mental health needs Be calm, patient, and empathetic Have strong communication and relationship-building skills Be resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour Have experience in education, care, youth work, or mental health settings (desirable) Hold relevant qualifications or training in mental health or SEND (desirable but not essential) The Schools Offer: Supportive pastoral and SEN teams Clear behaviour and safeguarding policies Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles Ongoing training and professional development Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment? Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly Free access to CPD through The National College Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement Opportunities across a range of local schools Apply Now:If you are a Mental Health Teaching Assistant looking for a role in the Corby area, apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment for further information.