via Reed · 9 October 2026 ·3 days ago

Graduate Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Academics
Gloucester Full-time GBP 22,100 – 28,600
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Graduate Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate seeking a post-graduate role? Are you interested in supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs? Are you caring, confident and empathetic?

Graduate Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Role: Graduate Mental Health Teaching Assistant
Start: asap
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £85 to £110 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

A unique specialist school in Gloucester are looking for a graduate to join their growing team as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, The school, located in Gloucester, supports pupils with diagnosed social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as complex trauma, anxiety and associated behaviour challenges.

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting every pupil not only with their education, but also their emotionally growth. You will help promote positive mental health and self-esteem through relationship building, ensuring every student has the best chance in life, reaches their full potential, and works towards a positive future.

By getting to know each pupil, you will help identify potential triggers for challenging behaviours. You will encourage self-regulation by helping the students identify and label their emotions, while also demonstrating the value and importance of education to enhance their opportunities after they leave school.

This specialist mental health setting are looking for a graduate who is empathetic, patient and understands the challenges that come with mental health difficulties. If you are confident, caring and resilient, you will be a great fit for the school. Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults would be beneficial, but not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking for a post-university role where you can build experience in the mental health or psychology field. Not only will you support extremely vulnerable children, you will also receive training and experience in using therapeutic techniques and restorative practices.

If you are interested in this position, then apply today with your up-to-date CV!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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