Youth Mental Health Support Worker

Teaching Personnel

  • Fishponds, Bristol
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
  • Apply easily
Are you a caring individual with a passion for supporting vulnerable adolescents in the community? Have you felt discouraged by the emphasis on exam results and OFSTED inspections in education? Or perhaps you're a graduate seeking valuable experience in a psychological environment?If so, you might be surprised to learn that specific teaching assistant training or experience is not necessary. Schools value personalities with traits such as empathy, patience, calmness, and resilience, along with strong motivations and passions. The best teaching assistants come from diverse backgrounds. Here are some examples:
  • Graduates, particularly in fields such as art, drama, psychology, and criminology
  • Youth leaders
  • Support workers
  • Carers and Babysitters
  • Sports coaches
We are currently seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join our specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Fishponds. This role is not for the faint-hearted; these children have faced neglect and trauma, and may struggle to regulate their emotions, sometimes resulting in behaviours such as shouting, hitting out, swearing, and tears. However, building trust with them provides the opportunity to change lives, making this one of the most rewarding jobs imaginable.Key details:
  • Location: Fishponds
  • Accessibility: Easily reachable by public transport from UWE campus
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
  • Start date: Immediate or in September
  • Contract: Permanent contracts offered after an initial trial period
If you believe you're the right fit for this role, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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