Children Mental Health Assistant

Children's Mental Health Assistant

Sunderland

£(Apply online only) per week

September 2026

Do you have a passion for working with young people?
Do you want a flexible work/life balance?
Would you consider yourself a kind, patient and empathetic person?
Start the process now to be ready to work in September.

The School and Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Children's Mental Health Assistant in the North Tyneside area. As a Children's Mental Health Assistant, you will be working with children who have a diagnosis of Social and Emotional Mental Health needs. One of your biggest roles will be ensuring they are engaged and being able to de-escalate any challenging situations. This Children's Mental Health Assistant role is long term and potentially permanent. All candidates are subject to a Right to Work Check and need a DBS on the Update Service.

Requirements

The desired Children's Mental Health Assistant will have;

Use judgement and creativity to plan and deliver interventions according to the needs of the young people
The ability to use initiative and be proactive
Kind and nurturing approach to the complex needs young people can face
As a Children's Mental Health Assistant. part of our team, you benefit from:

Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
You're Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way
About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Children's Mental Health Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

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