Mental Health Assistant- Bicester

Academics Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Bicester is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker for an SEN school. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to students experiencing anxiety and emotional distress, helping them develop coping strategies.

The role starts ASAP; hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm. Pay is £93-£110 per day for a full-time contract, with collaboration alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement personalised support plans and create a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic—responds sensitively to students' emotional needs.
• Patient and encouraging—provides reassurance and consistent support.
• Calm and resilient—remains professional in challenging situations.
• A good communicator—builds positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students experiencing anxiety and emotional distress.
• Help students develop emotional regulation, resilience, self-esteem, and coping strategies.
• Work with teachers and pastoral staff to implement personalised support plans.
• Build trusting relationships and create a safe, supportive environment for students.

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker - Bicester

Are you passionate about supporting young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing? Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference?

A fantastic SEN school in Bicester is looking for a caring, patient, and motivated Mental Health Support Worker to join their team. This is an ideal opportunity for Psychology graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone interested in developing a career supporting young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, and mental health difficulties.
• Help students develop emotional regulation, resilience, self-esteem, and positive coping strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement personalised support plans.
• Build trusting relationships and create a safe, supportive environment for students.

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate and empathetic - able to respond sensitively to students' emotional needs.
• Patient and encouraging - confident in providing reassurance and consistent support.
• Calm and resilient - able to remain professional in challenging situations.
• A good communicator - able to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Job Details

• Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker
• Location: Bicester
• Setting: SEN School
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay: £93-£110 per day
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Contract: Full-time

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.