Job Description

Mental Health Support Assistant – Waltham Forest, London – September 2025 Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and looking for a rewarding, long-term role? Join this thriving primary school in Waltham Forest, London, as a Mental Health Support Assistant and make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

Why become a Mental Health Support Assistant?

• Long-term contract until July 2026, offering stability and growth.
• Excellent career progression opportunities for those aiming to work in education or SEND-focused roles.
• Weekly CPD sessions to enhance your skills and confidence.
• Work closely with the SENDCo, gaining hands-on experience with SEMH, neurodiverse, and speech and language needs.
• Receive weekly training from a Speech and Language Therapist and Educational Psychologist.

Key Responsibilities of a Mental Health Support Assistant:

• Support SEND children in both group sessions and 1:1 interventions.
• Adapt teaching styles to suit the individual needs of students.
• Collaborate with the SENDCo and Class Teachers in lesson planning and delivery.
• Encourage a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

Essential Criteria for a Mental Health Support Assistant:

• A 2:1 degree from a top 20 UK University is required.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting SEND students.
• Previous experience working with SEMH children in a child-centred role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Details

• Location: Waltham Forest, London.
• Contract Type: Full-time, long-term until July 2026.
• Start Date: Immediate.
• Pay: £444-£513 Weekly via PAYE (Holiday Pay Included)

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Mental Health Support Assistant position in Waltham Forest, London. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Mental Health Support Assistant role.