Mental Health Teaching Assistant near Spalding

About the role:

A trauma informed school near Spalding, supporting children and young people who have experienced adverse life events and may have social, emotional, or mental health needs.

The school provides a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where relationships are central. Staff use trauma aware and relational approaches to help pupils feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn, while building confidence, resilience, and positive coping strategies.

Full time or part time
Start: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emotional and mental health support to pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times to help them remain regulated and engaged.
• Use trauma informed strategies, including emotional check ins, grounding techniques, and calm reassurance.
• Work alongside teachers to adapt learning activities so pupils feel supported and able to access the curriculum.
• Recognise triggers and early signs of dysregulation, supporting pupils before behaviour escalates.
• Build safe, trusting relationships that promote emotional security and positive self esteem.
• Record and report on pupils' emotional wellbeing, engagement, and progress as part of wider support plans.

Pre requisites:

• Experience working with children or young people with:
  • Mental health needs
  • Trauma or adverse childhood experiences
  • SEMH or additional needs
• An understanding of trauma informed or relational practice (or a strong willingness to learn).
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach when supporting distressed or dysregulated pupils.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with school staff.
• Relevant qualifications or experience such as:
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Youth Work
  • Mental Health or Care work
  • Psychology
  • Or equivalent hands on experience