Emotional And Mental Health Support Worker - Oxford

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education recruitment agency is seeking an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker in Oxford. This full-time role involves supporting children with their mental health needs and providing 1:1 assistance for SEN students. Ideal candidates are resilient individuals, possibly with backgrounds in psychology, social work, or performing arts. Competitive pay of £85 - £100 per day is offered.

Qualifications

• Confident in supporting children with mental health needs.
• Experience with vulnerable children is desirable.
• Background in sports, art, or drama is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Help children manage and cope with their emotions.
• Support and shadow the class teacher.
• Provide 1:1 support for SEN students.
• Run engaging lessons in the classroom.

Skills

Supporting young people with challenging mental health needs

Behavioural management

Engaging lessons

Education

Relevant degree or background

Job description

Overview

Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker - Oxford

Are you an individual who is passionate about supporting children with their mental health needs?

A really rewarding position has become available for an Emotional and Mental Health support worker to work in a school in Oxford. This is an excellent position to gain really valuable experience whilst also making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Directly help children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health.
• Support and shadow the class teacher.
• Provide 1:1 support for SEN students.
• Help run engaging lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and exciting place.
• Behavioural management may be required.

Qualifications / Experience

• Resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.
• Great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, social workers, therapists and counsellors.
• Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential.
• Those with a background in sports, art or drama will be at an advantage.
• Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.

Role Details

• Role: SEN Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Oxford
• Start: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time, Mon - Fri
• Pay: £85 - £100 per day
• Keywords: SEMH, Autism, Mental Health, Complex needs

How to Apply

Interviews are happening as soon as this week, so get in touch ASAP if you’re interested.

SEN Mental health Assistant, Oxford, Full Time, ASAP start