Mental Health Assistant - Oxford
£85 - 100 per day, Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:00pm, starting ASAP.
Are you passionate about mental health or education? Are you looking for hands-on experience working with children who need emotional and behavioural support? A fantastic opportunity has opened up for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school located in Oxford.
This full-time position is ideal for individuals aiming for a career in psychology, counselling, social work, or special education. As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting students with complex emotional needs. You'll work closely with children affected by trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges - helping them build confidence, learn coping strategies, and make progress both academically and personally.
Responsibilities Of a Mental Health Assistant
* Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions for pupils with SEMH needs
* Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
* Foster a trusting, consistent, and nurturing environment
* Contribute to a structured and calm classroom atmosphere
Being a Mental Health Assistant is both challenging and rewarding - it demands patience, empathy, and resilience. You'll be making a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable young people, helping them overcome obstacles and thrive.
Ideal Candidate
* Keen interest in mental health, SEN, or child development
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Open to learning and adapting in a dynamic school environment
This Mental Health Assistant role offers invaluable experience for those considering future training in educational psychology, therapy, or teaching. If you're ready to start a career where every day brings a chance to change a life, don't miss this chance to become a Mental Health Assistant in a supportive and committed school community.
Apply today and start making a difference.
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