Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Mental Health Teaching Assistant | Primary School | Redbridge, London

Location: Redbridge, LondonContract: Full-Time | Long-Term (September 2026 - July 2027) with a Permanent Contract from August 2027Start Date: September 2026Pay: £92-£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting children's emotional wellbeing and helping them overcome barriers to learning? Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or a graduate hoping to begin a career in education, psychology or mental health, this could be the perfect opportunity.

A caring and inclusive primary school in Redbridge is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. You'll work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships within the classroom.

This long-term role offers the opportunity to secure a permanent position from August 2027 for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with their emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Build positive relationships with children who need additional encouragement.
• Assist teachers in creating a calm, structu...