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Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs

Stroud, Gloucestershire

Immediate Start

Would you like to be supporting the mental wellbeing of the young generation?

Academics are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant for children with Mental Health Needs role, which is located at a specialist school in Stroud for children with Social, Emotional, Mental Needs, trauma and behavioural difficulties. Graduates who have qualified in Psychology or Counselling would be excellent for this role but any other relevant experience regarding Mental Health support or working with children will be considered!

This Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs role will be full time starting ASAP. The SEN students are aged 5 to 16 and have all experienced complex developmental trauma, have heightened emotional needs and behavioural challenges. Therefore, the appointed Mental Health Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs will be responsible for providing comprehensive 1:1 and small group support to promote wellbeing, foster personal development and create tailored individual behaviour plans. The children in this school requires a Teaching Assistant who is understanding of their complex needs, who is flexible and prepared to embrace new challenges.

• Teaching Assistant for children with Mental Health Needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Support providing consistent care
• Immediate Start
• Stroud, Gloucestershire
• 85-100 per day
• Full-time 8:30am-3:30pm
• Level 3+ qualifications are required and a Degree would be preferred
• Well suited for graduates in Psychology or Counselling
• Prior experience with children with mental health needs is advantageous

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant for children with Mental Health Needs then please directly apply to this job advert with your CV.

Children's Mental Health Assistant 

Ashington

£(Apply online only) per week

September Starts

Do you have a passion for working with young people?
Do you want a flexible work/life balance?
Would you consider yourself a kind, patient and empathetic person?
Start the process now to be ready to work in September. 

The School and Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Children's Mental Health Assistant in the Durham area. As a Children's Mental Health Assistant, you will be working with children who have a diagnosis of Social and Emotional Mental Health needs. One of your biggest roles will be ensuring they are engaged and being able to de-escalate any challenging situations. This Children's Mental Health Assistant role is long term and potentially permanent. All candidates are subject to a Right to Work Check and need a DBS on the Update Service. 

Requirements

The desired Children's Mental Health Assistant will have;

• Use judgement and creativity to plan and deliver interventions according to the needs of the young people
• The ability to use initiative and be proactive
• Kind and nurturing approach to the complex needs young people can face

As a Children's Mental Health Assistant. part of our team, you benefit from:

• Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
• Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
• Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
• Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
• Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
• Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
• You're Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

How to apply 

If you are a Children's Mental Health Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

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Children's Mental Health Assistant 

Newcastle upon Tyne

£(Apply online only) per week

September Starts

Do you have a passion for working with young people?
Do you want a flexible work/life balance?
Would you consider yourself a kind, patient and empathetic person?
Start the process now to be ready to work in September. 

The School and Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Children's Mental Health Assistant in the Newcastle upon Tyne area. As a Children's Mental Health Assistant, you will be working with children who have a diagnosis of Social and Emotional Mental Health needs. One of your biggest roles will be ensuring they are engaged and being able to de-escalate any challenging situations. This Children's Mental Health Assistant role is long term and potentially permanent. All candidates are subject to a Right to Work Check and need a DBS on the Update Service. 

Requirements

The desired Children's Mental Health Assistant will have;

• Use judgement and creativity to plan and deliver interventions according to the needs of the young people
• The ability to use initiative and be proactive
• Kind and nurturing approach to the complex needs young people can face

As a Children's Mental Health Assistant. part of our team, you benefit from:

• Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
• Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
• Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
• Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
• Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
• Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
• You're Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

How to apply 

If you are a Children's Mental Health Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

#visionsupport

Children's Mental Health Assistant 

Durham

£(Apply online only) per week

September Starts

Do you have a passion for working with young people?
Do you want a flexible work/life balance?
Would you consider yourself a kind, patient and empathetic person?
Start the process now to be ready to work in September. 

The School and Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Children's Mental Health Assistant in the Durham area. As a Children's Mental Health Assistant, you will be working with children who have a diagnosis of Social and Emotional Mental Health needs. One of your biggest roles will be ensuring they are engaged and being able to de-escalate any challenging situations. This Children's Mental Health Assistant role is long term and potentially permanent. All candidates are subject to a Right to Work Check and need a DBS on the Update Service. 

Requirements

The desired Children's Mental Health Assistant will have;

• Use judgement and creativity to plan and deliver interventions according to the needs of the young people
• The ability to use initiative and be proactive
• Kind and nurturing approach to the complex needs young people can face

As a Children's Mental Health Assistant. part of our team, you benefit from:

• Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
• Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
• Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
• Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
• Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
• Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
• You're Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

How to apply 

If you are a Children's Mental Health Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

#visionsupport

At this Ofsted rated "Good" residential children's home, nights are anything but simple. The young people here are strong, determined, and live with autism and complex processing needs. Their behaviours can include aggression such as biting, spitting, headbutting, or pulling hair. At times, they may use difficult language - from racial abuse to disturbing conversations - and they may also need urgent medical support for epilepsy, diabetes, or mental health concerns. As Night Team Leader, you'll be the calm and steady guide for your colleagues, ensuring the home stays safe and consistent through the most vulnerable hours.

As Night Team Leader, you'll combine hands-on support with leading your team through the shift:

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  Lead the night staff in maintaining safety and routines.
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  Support young people with autism, epilepsy, diabetes, and mental health needs.
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  Step into challenging behaviours with confidence and authority.
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  Provide personal care respectfully when needed.
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  Mentor and reassure less experienced colleagues during difficult moments.
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  Keep detailed records and oversee handovers to the day team.

We're searching for steady, confident leaders who thrive in unpredictable situations:

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  Experience in children's residential care, especially with autism and behaviours that challenge.
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  Skilled in Team Teach, de-escalation, and safe interventions.
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  Resilient in the face of aggression, offensive language, or disturbing conversations.
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  Physically fit and dependable through long nights.
• Strong communicator and supportive leader.
• To transport the young people in and out of the community this role requires adults with a Full UK Driving License.

We'll support your leadership with a package designed to help you thrive:

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  Salary 20% above sector norms.
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  36 days of specialist training annually.
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  Fully funded Level 3 Diploma (if not already held).
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  Private healthcare and GP-on-demand.
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  Gym stipend and wellbeing support.
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  Pension and bonus scheme.
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  Free parking and shared vehicles for transporting young people.
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  Clear progression into Deputy Manager roles.

Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like to find out more about the company and our values or mission please visit (url removed)

Night times at this Ofsted "Good" SuperCare home are about creating safety and calm in the quieter hours - but they can also bring unpredictability. A child may need medical support for epilepsy or diabetes, wake in distress, or display challenging behaviours including aggression or upsetting conversations. As a Night Coach, you'll be the steady presence that ensures young people feel safe and cared for until morning.

Your role at night is to keep the environment safe, calm, and consistent:

• Support children with autism, epilepsy, diabetes, and mental health needs through the night.
• Respond to seizures, behaviours, or medical concerns quickly and calmly.
• Provide personal care sensitively when needed.
• Maintain routines and safety checks across the home.
• Record night events and hand over clearly to the day team.

We're searching for people who bring steadiness, professionalism, and reliability to the night shift:

• Experience working with autism and behaviours that challenge.
• Willingness to train in epilepsy and diabetes care.
• Calm and professional when faced with aggression or difficult language.
• Physically fit and alert during long shifts.
• Resilient, reliable, and team-focused.

We'll make sure your commitment is met with sector-leading support, all part of our mission to being the number one employer in the social care sector.

• Salary 20% above average.
• 36 days of specialist training each year.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma.
• Private healthcare and on-demand GP.
• Gym stipend and wellbeing package.
• Pension and bonus scheme.
• Free parking and shared vehicles for transporting young people.
• Clear progression to Senior Night Coach roles.

Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like to find out more about the company and our values or mission please visit (url removed)

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Support Worker Childrens Services
Location: Salford
Hours: Waking Nights & Day Shifts 8pm 7.30am
Salary: £12.60ph - £12.85ph

Do you have a passion for working with children and a good understanding of mental health conditions?
We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in Salford, providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with a varie.

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This full-time, permanent role has a starting salary of 42,239 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

We are excited to have an opportunity for a new Social Worker to join our fantastic North West Mental Health Social Care team based at Victoria Gate, Woking with an additional office in the Ashford centre, Ashford.

This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating together in the office for at least two days per week, and working from home.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Role

We provide services to those whose primary need arise from their mental health in the areas of Runnymede, Spelthorne and Woking. We are a friendly and supportive team who value for collaboration, development and agile working. The team offer a supportive learning environment for a Social Worker to expand their skills within Mental Health.

We actively encourage you to develop within your role. We work in a fast-paced environment with a range of functions including safeguarding, case management, assessments and reviews. We offer a fantastic working environment where training and development is prioritised. At Surrey, we are proud to be leading the way in implementing new ways of working in personalisation and a recovery-focused strength-based approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker looking to develop their experience in a busy specialist service. We are looking for a Social Worker who is keen to work in a proactive, dynamic, friendly adult social care team that undertakes adult social care assessments and carers assessments, s.42 safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Assessments. We work collaboratively with our local Mental Health Trust and other stakeholders.

We are committed to creating opportunities for service users to develop interpersonal and social skills through engagement in community activities. We work in a preventive capacity to reduce social isolation and seek to promote opportunities to enable re-integration and the development of independent living skills in mental health. Our goal is for our service-users to be able to be more in control of their care, making informed choices and being active citizens in their community.

Ongoing training and supervision will be provided as per the needs of the service and Surrey County Council policies. This is an interesting role where you can complete direct work with adults with mental health needs to make a difference.

We will provide you with a thorough induction, supervision and regular reflective practice sessions for additional peer support and learning

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England
• Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012
• Experience or an understanding of mental health, including assessment and risk management skills
• A working knowledge of Care Act legislation including experience in preparation of support plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes
• Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of mental health issues

Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st September 2025 with interviews to follow.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

This full-time, permanent role has a starting salary of 42,239 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

We are excited to have an opportunity for a new Social Worker to join our fantastic North West Mental Health Social Care team based at Victoria Gate, Woking with an additional office in the Ashford centre, Ashford.

This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating together in the office for at least two days per week, and working from home.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Role

We provide services to those whose primary need arise from their mental health in the areas of Runnymede, Spelthorne and Woking. We are a friendly and supportive team who value for collaboration, development and agile working. The team offer a supportive learning environment for a Social Worker to expand their skills within Mental Health.

We actively encourage you to develop within your role. We work in a fast-paced environment with a range of functions including safeguarding, case management, assessments and reviews. We offer a fantastic working environment where training and development is prioritised. At Surrey, we are proud to be leading the way in implementing new ways of working in personalisation and a recovery-focused strength-based approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker looking to develop their experience in a busy specialist service. We are looking for a Social Worker who is keen to work in a proactive, dynamic, friendly adult social care team that undertakes adult social care assessments and carers assessments, s.42 safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Assessments. We work collaboratively with our local Mental Health Trust and other stakeholders.

We are committed to creating opportunities for service users to develop interpersonal and social skills through engagement in community activities. We work in a preventive capacity to reduce social isolation and seek to promote opportunities to enable re-integration and the development of independent living skills in mental health. Our goal is for our service-users to be able to be more in control of their care, making informed choices and being active citizens in their community.

Ongoing training and supervision will be provided as per the needs of the service and Surrey County Council policies. This is an interesting role where you can complete direct work with adults with mental health needs to make a difference.

We will provide you with a thorough induction, supervision and regular reflective practice sessions for additional peer support and learning

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England
• Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012
• Experience or an understanding of mental health, including assessment and risk management skills
• A working knowledge of Care Act legislation including experience in preparation of support plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes
• Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of mental health issues

Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st September 2025 with interviews to follow.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.