Aspiring Mental Health Worker (Oxford)

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aspiring Mental Health Worker to join a SEMH school in Oxford. This role is perfect for recent psychology graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in the mental health field. You will support students with various SEMH needs, fostering their academic and emotional growth while working closely with educational professionals. This opportunity allows you to shadow specialists, enhancing your skills for future careers in psychology, therapy, or counseling. If you're empathetic, resilient, and ready for a rewarding challenge, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology preferred.
• Understanding of SEMH needs and classroom behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Support students' academic and emotional growth in small groups.
• Assist children in developing social skills and managing behavior.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Sociology

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a recent psychology graduate looking to gain experience in the mental health field before becoming a certified psychologist? This Aspiring Mental Health Worker role is ideal for you.

A SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school near Oxford is seeking a confident and empathetic Mental Health Support Assistant to join their team in a long-term capacity. The school values excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with a caring and positive attitude.

The school educates children aged 5 to 18 with various SEMH needs, including anxiety, depression, OCD, developmental delays, and trauma. You should be understanding, resilient, and ready for a challenge. As a recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology, you will apply your knowledge to support students' mental health and development.

Your duties will include working closely with small groups of students to support their academic and emotional growth, managing classroom behavior, and creating a safe and engaging environment under the guidance of the class teacher. You'll also assist children in developing social skills and build trusting relationships.

This role offers the chance to shadow professionals like the Educational Psychologist, Speech & Language Therapist, and SENCO, providing valuable experience for those aspiring to careers in Psychology, Criminology, Therapy, Counselling, or Criminal Justice.

• Supporting children with SEMH needs
• Monday to Friday, full-time
• £80 to £90 per day
• Start ASAP or in September