Primary Mental Health Assistant – Swindon

About the role

Join a welcoming primary school in Swindon as a Primary Mental Health Assistant. You will work directly with pupils to support their emotional wellbeing, helping them feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one support to help pupils regulate emotions and engage in learning.
• Support children with SEMH needs, autism, and additional learning needs.
• Deliver small‑group activities that build confidence, resilience and social skills.
• Apply positive behaviour strategies to promote emotional regulation.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to meet individual needs.

Required profile

• Patient, empathetic and resilient attitude.
• Genuine interest in children’s mental health and development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Confidence supporting children with SEN, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Required skills

• Team Teach training (or willingness to undertake).
• MAPA or CPI training (or willingness to undertake).

What we offer

• Valuable experience supporting children with SEMH and SEN needs.
• Supportive primary‑school environment.
• Competitive daily pay of £90‑£105.
• Foundation for careers in psychology, therapy, teaching, youth work or mental health.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.