School-Based Mental Health Mentor – Start ASAP

Academics; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Headington, Oxford, is seeking a Mental Health Mentor to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs during the school day.

The role involves facilitating emotional processing, guiding healthy coping strategies, and collaborating with experienced staff to provide personalized classroom support. Graduates or those from related backgrounds may apply; training provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate with interest in education or psychology.
• Willingness to train in a specialized therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support students during the school day and help them process emotions.
• Assist in helping students find healthy coping mechanisms in class.
• Provide personalized support to each child in collaboration with staff.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Academics in Headington, Oxford, is seeking a Mental Health Mentor to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs during the school day.

The role involves facilitating emotional processing, guiding healthy coping strategies, and collaborating with experienced staff to provide personalized classroom support. Graduates or those from related backgrounds may apply; training provided.