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Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant

A really rewarding position has become available for a Mental Health Support Worker to work in a school in Oxford.
This is an excellent position to gain really valuable experience whilst also making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable children. A really fulfilling opportunity!
These students struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and various other mood disorders.
These young people need someone who can facilitate a positive and safe environment for them to learn and grow.
The students are between the ages of 2 and 19, so you would have the opportunity to work with students of all ages and backgrounds!
This can making learning really difficult, this is where you would come in.
As a mental health assistant you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health.
You will be helping to make learning fun and engaging whilst also ensuring that learning is becoming concrete.
Your day-to-day duties will involve supporting and shadowing the class teacher, whilst providing 1:1 support for the SEN students.
You will also help run exciting lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and exciting place. Behavioural management may also be required.
The role would suit someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.
This is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, social workers, therapists and counsellors.Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential. Those with a background in sports, art or drama will also be at an advantage. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.

Mental Health Assistant
Oxford
ASAP start
£83 - £95 per day
Full- time
Mon - Fri
SEMH, Autism, Mental Health, Complex needs

Interviews are happening as soon as this week so get in touch ASAP if you're interested. You can apply directly to this advert and will be contacted if you have been short-listed.

Mental Health Assistant, Oxford, Full Time, ASAP start