Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Support Worker
hace 5 días
Oxford
Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Support Worker If you're dreaming of becoming a Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychologist, this is your chance to get stuck in, build real experience, and make a genuine difference-every single day. We're on the lookout for an Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Support Worker to join a fantastic specialist school in Headington. The students here have a primary diagnosis of Autism, alongside co-existing needs like mental health challenges, speech and language difficulties, and emotional/behavioural regulation. In short? They need someone like you. Someone who is passionate and interested in making a difference. The role: • Supporting students in the classroom-helping them stay engaged, focused, and confident, • Providing hands-on, practical support tailored to each student's individual needs, • Assisting with interventions (think speech & language programmes, emotional regulation strategies, and structured routines), • Helping students navigate social situations and build communication skills, • Being a consistent, encouraging presence in their school day Why This Role is a Game-Changer for Aspiring Psychologists This isn't shadowing. This isn't observing. This is real experience. You'll: • Work closely with students with Autism and complex needs, • See psychological theories play out in real life (and learn what actually works!), • Gain invaluable experience for careers in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or Mental Health Services, • Build confidence, resilience, and seriously impressive skills What We're Looking For • Someone curious, proactive, and ready to learn, • Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with young people, • A calm, positive attitude-even when things get challenging, • Bonus points if you've got experience with Autism or SEN (but not essential!) The Best Bits • Every day is different-expect small wins, big breakthroughs, and plenty of proud moments, • Work alongside a supportive team who genuinely care, • Make a real, visible difference in young people's lives, • Walk away with experience that actually sets you apart Ready to Take the First Step? If you're serious about a future in psychology and want experience that truly matters, this is your moment. You can apply directly to this advert and you will be contacted if you are short-listed. • Specialist School in Headington, • ASAP Start, • £95 - £110 per day, • Full Time, • Small class sizes, • Amazing hands on experience, • Term Time Only Apply now and start building the career you've been studying for.