Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant - Wantage

Harmonia Careers; Sparsholt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Wantage is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to provide emotional support for students starting in September. This full-time role involves working closely with teachers and parents to facilitate tailored support, helping students build resilience and cope with challenges. Ideal candidates may come from backgrounds in psychology, sports, or arts. Training in ABA Therapy will be provided.

Benefits

Full training provided

Experience to enhance CV

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and supportive approach to student needs.
• Ability to facilitate emotional support and coping strategies.
• Background in education, psychology, sports, art, or drama is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored emotional support to students.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and professionals.
• Develop social skills and emotional regulation in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Emotional support

ABA Therapy

Communication

Resilience building

Job description

Our highly regarded specialist school in Wantage is looking for an enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant.

Our amazing specialist school believes every child has the potential to succeed and is committed to providing the necessary support to help them thrive. They are seeking a Mental Health Assistant to join their team starting in September.

This important role involves facilitating and providing tailored emotional support to students, helping them navigate their feelings, build resilience, and develop coping strategies. The Mental Health Assistant will work closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to create a supportive and safe environment for students.

The students at this school come from diverse backgrounds, many having experienced adverse childhood experiences linked to stress and anxiety, which can impact their ability to learn. The ideal candidate will be a pillar of support for these students.

As a dedicated Mental Health Assistant, you will provide individualized support through ABA Therapy. Full training will be provided!

You will contribute to developing students' social skills, emotional regulation, and academic engagement through therapy in a nurturing environment.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to start a career in education or transition into the mental health and psychology fields. Graduates and individuals with backgrounds in sports, art, or drama are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Information About the Role

• Position: Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Wantage
• Type: Full-time
• Start date: September 2025
• Salary: £85 - £100 per day
• Excellent experience to enhance your CV

This warm and friendly environment makes a real difference in the lives of children facing mental health challenges and childhood trauma. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and witness the incredible growth of young minds, apply today and become a valued team member!

Wantage - Mental Health Assistant - September Start - Term Time - School Hours - Full Time