Mental Health Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A respected educational organization in Oxford seeks a Mental Health Support Assistant to support students dealing with mental health challenges. The role prioritizes understanding and proactivity in assisting children with issues like trauma, anxiety, and depression. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling are encouraged to apply. Competitive daily salary of £85 to £95 and a start date as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable adults is required.
• Must be open-minded and knowledgeable about mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Assist students facing trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, and other difficulties.

Skills

Understanding of mental health

Proactivity

Resilience

Experience working with children or vulnerable adults

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Counselling

Job description

Overview

Are you a Psychology or Criminology Graduate looking to kick‑start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of young people?

Then look no further

Responsibilities

A well‑respected Specialist School in Oxford is looking for a Mental Health Support Assistant to support their students with social, emotional and mental health needs. The pupils have a range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, attachment disorders and behavioural issues. The students therefore need a Mental Health Support Assistant who is understanding, proactive and ready for a challenge!

Qualifications

The children in this School have extremely complex needs and therefore require a Mental Health Support Assistant who is open‑minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. The perfect candidate will therefore have experience working with children or vulnerable adults. Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Criminology or Counselling would be perfect for this position.

Working Environment

The school has small class sizes to allow for greater 1:1 time between pupils and the staff. The school also focuses on promoting inclusivity and diversity in every aspect of school life. It encourages the development of appropriate social skills and positive behavioural choices, through restorative and therapeutic practices.

Key Details

• Position: Mental Health Support Assistant
• Location: Oxford
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm
• Start Date: Immediate Start
• Salary: £85 to £95 per day
• Opportunity: Graduate Opportunity
• Are you interested in this mental health role? If yes, apply today!