Mental Health Assistant - Oxford
£85 - £100 per day
Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:00pm
Start: 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