MENTAL HEALTH GRADUATE
Exciting Opportunity for Mental Health Graduates!
Become a Teaching Assistant and Make a Difference!
Are you a recent graduate with a background in mental health studies? Are you passionate about supporting the well-being and academic success of students? If so, we have an inspiring opportunity for you to combine your expertise in mental health with a fulfilling role in education!
We are currently seeking dedicated graduates with a focus on mental health to join our team as Teaching Assistants. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing support and guidance to students, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every individual can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Utilise your expertise in mental health to support students' emotional well-being and resilience.
Work closely with teachers to identify and address the specific needs of students with mental health challenges.
Provide one-on-one support and guidance to students experiencing emotional or behavioural difficulties.
Assist in implementing strategies and interventions to promote positive mental health within the school community.
Collaborate with psychologists, and other support staff to ensure a holistic approach to student well-being.
Foster a culture of understanding and acceptance, promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma.
Help create a safe and nurturing environment where students feel valued and supported.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in mental health-related field (e.g., psychology, counselling, social work).
Strong understanding of mental health issues affecting children and young people.
Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with students and colleagues.
Experience working with children or young people in educational or mental health settings is advantageous but not essential.
Commitment to promoting positive mental health and well-being in the school community.
Benefits:
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
Gain valuable experience in education and mental health support.
Work as part of a dedicated team of educators and support staff.
Professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills.
Competitive salary.
If you're passionate about supporting the mental health and academic success of students, we want to hear from you!
Take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Teaching Assistant by applying today.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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