Mental Health Assistant - Witney, Oxfordshire

Mental Health Assistant - Witney, Oxfordshire

£92 - £105 per day | Full-Time | September or ASAP Start

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Mental Health, Therapy, Social Work or Teaching?

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to join a highly specialist therapeutic school and residential setting supporting children aged 5-13 with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work alongside experienced therapists, teachers and therapeutic practitioners to support children who have experienced trauma, attachment difficulties and significant emotional challenges. You will have the opportunity to work within either the education provision or residential provision, helping young people develop emotional regulation, positive relationships and confidence.

The successful Mental Health Assistant will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and structured environment where every child can thrive. This setting is renowned for its therapeutic approach, reflective practice and outstanding outcomes for vulnerable young people.

The Role:

Supporting children with SEMH needs, trauma and attachment difficulties
Working as a Mental Health Assistant within either the classroom or residential environment
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Helping children regulate emotions and manage behaviours
Supporting learning, play-based activities and therapeutic interventions
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team of education, care and therapy professionals

Ideal Candidate:

Psychology Graduate or graduate from a related subject
Aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Therapist or Mental Health Practitioner
Passionate about supporting vulnerable children
Resilient, empathetic and emotionally intelligent
Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

Outstanding experience for aspiring psychologists
Work alongside highly skilled therapeutic professionals
Extensive training and professional development opportunities
Gain experience in both education and residential care settings
Make a genuine difference to children's lives every dayThis Mental Health Assistant position offers invaluable experience for graduates seeking a long-term career in psychology, mental health or specialist education. If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging Mental Health Assistant role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a Mental Health Assistant and start making a lasting impact on young lives
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed