Mental Health Assistant - Oxford

Academics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Oxford seeks a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to support children with Autism and mental health needs. The role involves facilitating therapeutic interventions and wellbeing programs, delivering targeted support, and working collaboratively with a team. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees or experience and possess strong interpersonal skills to help nurture students' emotional development.

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology.
• Experience working with children and supporting mental health beneficial.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support students' emotional wellbeing alongside various professionals.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group sessions focused on mental health.
• Assist with therapeutic activities and provide consistent emotional support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Counselling

Degree in Criminology

Job description

Mental Health Assistant – Oxford
Aspiring Therapist / Psychologist Role

Are you passionate about mental health and supporting children with Autism? A fantastic specialist school in Oxford is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their team. The school supports children aged 4 to 16 with Autism and associated mental health needs such as anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation challenges.

As a Mental Health Assistant, you’ll work alongside therapists, psychologists, and teaching staff to support students’ emotional wellbeing. Mental health is a core focus of this school’s approach, with therapeutic interventions, tailored wellbeing programmes, and daily mental health support integrated into the school day. You’ll help deliver 1:1 and small group sessions, assist with therapeutic activities, and provide consistent emotional support to students who need it most.

Key Details:

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Mental Health Assistant – Oxford
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Supporting Autism and mental health needs
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Full-time | ASAP start | 8.30am – 4.00pm
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£85-£100 per day
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Ages 4-16

Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or those with relevant experience. Enthusiastic, patient, and proactive applicants encouraged to apply.

Don’t miss this fantastic Mental Health Assistant opportunity — apply today!