Mental Health Assistant - Didcot

Academics; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Mental Health Assistant for a Didcot primary school in Oxfordshire. This full-time, long-term role offers valuable experience supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH and aims to nurture emotional wellbeing.

The role focuses on emotional regulation, confidence building, and positive behaviour, with collaboration alongside teachers and other professionals. A caring, patient approach and strong communication are essential; a degree is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in psychology, counselling, therapy, education or social care.

Responsibilities

• Support emotional regulation and wellbeing of pupils.
• Help pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Support therapeutic and trauma-informed strategies.

Skills

Emotional regulation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Interest in psychology/therapy

Education

Relevant degree desirable

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Didcot, Oxfordshire

£95-£105 per day | ASAP Start | Full-Time | Long-Term

Are you passionate about supporting children with their emotional wellbeing? This could be a fantastic opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive school environment.

A welcoming primary school in Didcot is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.

The Role

Your role will include:

• Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working alongside teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Supporting therapeutic and trauma-informed strategies.

About You

The ideal Mental Health Assistant will have:

• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An interest in psychology, counselling, therapy, education or social care.
• A relevant degree is desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer?

As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll benefit from:

• Full-time, long-term work.
• Valuable experience within a specialist educational setting.
• Ongoing training and mentoring.
• Support from experienced education professionals.
• Excellent experience for a future career in psychology, therapy, teaching, youth work or social care.

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