Aspiring Therapist – Mental Health Support - Wantage

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Wantage is seeking a Mental Health Worker to support children facing emotional and mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and eager to make a positive impact in their lives. This position offers hands-on experience and professional growth, perfect for those considering a career in psychology or education. Salary ranges from £80 to £95 per day, term time and school hours.

Qualifications

• Compassionate individual to support children with mental health issues.
• Positive attitude to uplift and facilitate learning.
• Eager to learn and establish career in psychology or education.

Responsibilities

• Support children during their school day with emotional and mental health needs.
• Help children cope with their emotions while navigating school work.
• Facilitate a comfortable learning environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Positivity

Resilience

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Aspiring Therapist – Mental Health Support - Wantage

A lovely school in Wantage are searching for a Mental Health Worker to add to their team starting Sept 2025!

Your role as a Mental Health Worker is to primarily be there to support the children their school day. Many of the children that attend this school have been identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health issues. They are looking for an individual who will come in and help them find better ways to cope with their emotions while navigating their school work.

To be a successful Mental Health Worker, you will need to be compassionate, keen to make a difference and also positive. These children need a resilient and positive person to uplift them every day and help facilitate a learning environment in which they feel comfortable and supported.

They are looking for someone who is eager to learn and get stuck in. those individuals who are looking to establish a career in psychology or education, or even those who are simply looking for a career change are encouraged to apply for this role.

Not only will you receive amazing hands on experience, you will also learn the key points and skills needed to best support students with their mental health needs. These skills are amazing for any route you are looking to go down.

If you see yourself working as a Mental Health Worker, then apply now! Interviews are likely to take place within the next week, so you do not want to miss out.

You can apply directly to this advert.

Key information:

* Mental Health Worker
* Wantage
* Primary or Secondary students
* £80 - £95 per day
* Term time and school hours
* Good travel links

Mental Health Worker – Wantage – Term Time