Mental Health Support Worker!
Location: Wandsworth
Pay: £95 - £110 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Fixed-term with opportunities for permanent employment
Start Date: September 2026 | Immediate starts available
The Supply Room is searching for Mental Health Support Workers to work within one of our client schools in Wandsworth, supporting pupils aged 5-16 years across an all-through setting, with opportunities to work within either their primary or secondary provision.
This role is ideal for individuals with experience or qualifications in Childcare, Education, Youth Work or Sports Coaching, as well as psychology graduates, semi-professional or former professional footballers, and sports coaches looking to transition into education.
If you are passionate about supporting young people with learning, behavioural or SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs both inside and outside the classroom, helping them engage with learning, develop social skills and build confidence. Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams, you will help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
The role also involves supporting students who may display challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques to promote emotional regulation and successful learning outcomes. Building strong relationships and acting as a positive role model will be central to your success in the position.
We are looking for:
- Previous experience or qualifications in Childcare, Education, Youth Work or Sports Coaching
- A genuine desire to work in education on a long-term basis
- Experience supporting young people with learning, behavioural or SEMH needs
- Excellent punctuality and reliability
- Full-time availability, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Candidates with notice periods of one week or less
Successful candidates will join on a fixed-term contract with opportunities to become permanent members of staff.
Let’s Find Your Classroom®
The Supply Room is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which includes obtaining 2 references and as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (full guidance provided).
REF: TSRPDE
Pay: £95.00-£110.00 per day
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
