Mental Health Assistant - Witney
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing?
A specialist school in Witney is looking for a caring and motivated Mental Health Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling, Therapy, or Education.
As a Mental Health Assistant, you will:
Provide individual and small-group emotional support to students.
Help young people develop confidence, resilience, and healthy coping strategies.
Support students with emotional and behavioural challenges throughout the school day.
Encourage positive communication, social skills, and engagement in school life.
Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support students' wellbeing.
Build trusting and supportive relationships with students.We're looking for someone who is:
Compassionate, patient, and approachable.
Confident communicating with young people.
Passionate about mental health and supporting others.
Interested in gaining practical experience within a school or mental health setting.
Able to remain calm and supportive when faced with challenging situations.Job Details
Location: Witney
Setting: Specialist/SEN School
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £93-£110 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Contract: Full-timeThis is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology graduate to gain hands-on experience supporting young people's emotional wellbeing while developing skills for a future career in psychology, mental health, or education.
Apply today to start your journey as a Mental Health Assistant in Witney!
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
