Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Oxford

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Oxford seeks a Psychology Graduate for the role of Mental Health Assistant. This position involves supporting students with learning difficulties, particularly those with Autism, in a classroom setting. The ideal candidate will be calm, compassionate, and confident, with a willingness to adapt their approach to meet individual needs. Training will be provided, and the role offers competitive pay, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain experience in psychology or education.

Benefits

Training Provided

Small class sizes

Good travel links

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.
• Personality is most important; confident and bubbly candidates preferred.
• Desire to work in psychology or education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in the classroom.
• Help manage classroom behavior and assist with lesson preparation.
• Listen to students read and practice their phonics.

Skills

Calm and compassionate

Confident

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Psychology Graduate

Job description

Overview

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Oxford

An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom!

This highly regarded specialist school look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who have a primary diagnosis of Autism.

Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones!

Responsibilities

Your role as a Mental Health Assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics.

Profile / Qualifications

The successful Mental Health Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also confident. You will take initiative well and be able to adapt your approach to match the needs of the children. Some children in the class will need extra support. Some may have learning difficulties and need help to stay on track with their tasks.

Experience working with children will be beneficial, but not essential. Personality is most important. If you are confident and bubbly then this school wants to hear from you!

Individuals who are working towards a career in psychology, education or any other related field are most welcome to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children.

Key information

• Psychology Graduate
• Mental Health Assistant
• Oxford
• Training Provided
• £85 - £100 per day
• Term time only
• Small class sizes
• Good travel links
• ASAP Start

Title

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant – Oxford – ASAP Start