Empowering Youth Mental Health Support Assistant

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a Youth Mental Health Support assistant in Abingdon, starting in January 2026. This role involves supporting students aged 11-18 in managing their emotions and achieving personal and academic goals. Ideal candidates are psychology graduates or have backgrounds in education, sports, art, or drama. Full-time or part-time options are available, with daily pay between £85-£100. Good transport links and term-time engagements are provided.

Responsibilities

• Support students with their needs in the classroom
• Help students find healthy ways to cope with emotions
• Teach students ways to regulate their emotions
• Help students reach academic and personal goals
• De-escalate behavior and redirect attention
• Facilitate interventions for students
• Support students during their work day

Skills

Positive attitude

Enthusiasm for helping

Proactivity

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

Psychology graduate or background in education/sports/art/drama

Job description

A local educational organization is seeking a Youth Mental Health Support assistant in Abingdon, starting in January 2026. This role involves supporting students aged 11-18 in managing their emotions and achieving personal and academic goals. Ideal candidates are psychology graduates or have backgrounds in education, sports, art, or drama. Full-time or part-time options are available, with daily pay between £85-£100. Good transport links and term-time engagements are provided.