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Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury Aylesbury | Start Date: September 2026 Are you a recent or soon-to-be Psychology or Criminology graduate with ambitions to become an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Support Worker? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children with special educational needs and mental health challenges? We are currently working with a forward-thinking primary school in Aylesbury that is seeking passionate and motivated graduates to join their team as Mental Health Assistants from September 2026 About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school environment that supports children with a range of needs, including: • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), • Behavioural challenges As a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help students achieve both academically and emotionally. What We're Looking For: • A degree (or expected degree) in Psychology or Criminology, • A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs, • A commitment to working full-time for at least 12 months - consistency is key for these students, • Any prio...

A mental health services provider in Aylesbury is seeking a Bank Mental Health Support Worker to empower individuals and promote independence.

Advance Housing and Support in the UK is seeking a Female Casual Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions.

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Senior Mental Health Support Worker - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours – 37 hours per week, Monday – Sunday, shifts include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Service – Harwood House, Aylesbury. What You’ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, caring person to join their dedicated team at Harwood House. The Harwood House team is a 24/7 supported living scheme for adults with long term mental health issues. Clients are supported at Harwood House following extended stays on acute psychiatric and rehabilitation wards or are returning closer to home after periods in out of county placements. As a Senior Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for leading shifts, medication management, delegate tasks, manage incidents, monitor the health & safety of the project and residents. You will mentor support workers, leading by positive example alongside having your own case load. You will be responsible for providing person-centred support to clients with serious mental illness including adults who have a primary diagnosis of a psychotic illness often with one or more coexisting conditions such physical health issues, neurodiversity, drugs & alcohol use and cognitive impairment. Overall job responsibility: Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Lead shifts, delegating set diarised and daily tasks Take the lead during incidents, safeguarding and complaints in the absence of the manager, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered. Ensure all staff are completing relevant health and safety tasks Mentor new support workers through induction including the completion of the Care Certificate and medication training. Complete the care certificate assessors training. Work within a One Team Approach and ensure this culture permeates throughout the team and lead by example. Respond to service phone queries and requests from both internal and external customers in a timely manner and delegating where appropriate to other members of the team. Undertake assessments of referrals and attend regular assessment and risk management training. Provide emotional support, encouragement, and practical assistance to residents with daily living activities. This may include medication assistance, engaging with interests, education, accessing community groups/facilities, employment, teaching life skills such as shopping, budgeting, using public transport and skills such as planning to prepare and cook meals, maintain accommodation. Ensure risk is continuously assessed and risk management plans are kept up to date Comply and remain up to date with all safeguarding policies and procedures for both Adults and Children and Young People. Always represent the company in a professional and appropriate manner by considering punctuality, personal appearance and professional boundaries, including equal opportunities. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day – Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Essential criteria: GCSE’s in English and Maths (or equivalent) A commitment to undertake continual personal development. Detailed understanding of mental health and wellbeing challenges and the level of care and support residents may require. An understanding of current approaches to mental health practice. Have good knowledge of how to support with referrals and assessments An understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues impacting people’s lives. IT literate with experience using MS Office packages. Previous related work experience. Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening. A genuine interest in mental health and well-being with a commitment to delivering Response's mission. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Blue Light card and other discounted shopping. Employee Assistant Programme - with access to free counselling. Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation) Enhanced family friendly leave. Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave. £500 refer a friend bonus scheme. Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app – approved by NHS. Free flu jabs. Free DBS application. You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients. If this Senior Mental Health Support Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date – 09/07/2026 All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK – Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer

Have you finished your ASYE year and looking to step up into a Band 6? Or wanting a change of pace in your clinical work? We are looking for a post-ASYE year/experienced Social Worker to join our compassionate and forward‑thinking team in Buckinghamshire. As part of a supportive multi‑disciplinary service, you will work with adults experiencing a wide range of mental health needs, providing high‑quality social care interventions that promote safety, independence and recovery. This is an excellent chance for a motivated practitioner who is passionate about strengths‑based, relationship‑centred practice, and who wants to make a meaningful difference to adults, families and carers across Buckinghamshire. You will be an ambassador for social work within adult mental health, championing high standards of practice and contributing to service improvement within a dynamic clinical environment. Main duties of the job • Deliver high‑quality social work practice including Care Act assessments, MCA assessments, support planning and reviews, using a strengths‑based and personalised approach., • Manage a caseload within reflective supervision, completing timely, proportionate interventions that promote independence, wellbeing and recovery for adults with mental health needs., • Identify, assess and manage risk, ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures, escalating concerns appropriately and contributing to multi‑agency safeguarding processes., • Work collaboratively with adults, families, carers and multi‑disciplinary partners, building effective relationships and ensuring lived experience informs support planning., • Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date case records and produce high‑quality professional reports in line with GDPR, legislation and local authority/Trust procedures. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. Working for your organisation Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team” Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent” We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: • Excellent opportunities for career progression • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers • Competitive pension scheme • Lease car scheme • Cycle to work scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Mental Health First Aiders • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply) • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Detailed job description and main responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values

Behaviour Mentor - Aylesbury A friendly and welcoming primary school situated in Aylesbury is currently seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join them in September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual who is committed to supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and emotionally. The school is looking for a strong, resilient, and driven Behaviour Mentor who can build positive relationships and provide consistent support to a pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour. You will play a key role in helping the student access learning, regulate emotions, and develop confidence within the school environment. Are You: Looking to work in a supportive primary school with ongoing training opportunities? Experienced as a SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or Learning Support Assistant? Passionate about supporting children with SEMH and behavioural needs? Calm, patient, and confident managing challenging behaviour? Interested in developing a long-term career within education, SEN, or mental health support?If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. Primary Support - Behaviour Mentor Primary School located in Aylesbury Start Date: September 2026 Full-Time Position Long-Term Opportunity Monday to Friday Working closely with the Inclusion Manager and SENCO Supporting a KS1 pupil on a 1:1 basis Focus on SEMH and behavioural supportThe Role: As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. The role will involve helping the student engage positively within the classroom, encouraging emotional regulation, promoting positive behaviour strategies, and supporting both social and academic development. You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, the Inclusion Manager, SENCO, and external professionals to provide tailored support that meets the pupil's individual needs. Daily responsibilities may include: Providing 1:1 classroom and emotional support Supporting behaviour management strategies Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils Encouraging engagement in learning activities Supporting emotional regulation and resilience Assisting with social interaction and communication skills Monitoring progress and providing feedback to staffThe Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, SEN TA, Youth Worker, or Support Worker A calm, patient, and adaptable approach The ability to remain resilient in challenging situations A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable students A proactive and positive attitude towards learning and developmentThis is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, counsellors, therapists, or individuals looking to build experience within SEN and mental health support

Make a Real Impact - Join Our Team at Aplin Road! Position: Assistant Support Worker Location: Aylesbury Salary: £20,406 per annum/£13.08 per hour Hours: Part-time (30 hours per week) We are recruiting a part-time (30 hours) Assistant Support Worker to join our supported living service at Aplin Road, Aylesbury. Aplin Road supports people with physical health needs, mental health conditions, and learning disabilities to live independently and achieve their personal goals. Our team provides high-quality, person-centred support with compassion, creating an environment where individuals are respected, included, and encouraged to thrive. The Role As an Assistant Support Worker, you will empower the people we support to live as independently as possible, building positive relationships and offering the right level of support to promote dignity, choice, and wellbeing. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the safe administration of medication Providing personal care with sensitivity and respect Encouraging life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and budgeting Supporting access to local amenities and community activities Promoting independence and supporting individuals to achieve their goals Working in line with individual support plans and risk assessmentsShifts: Early shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm Late shifts: 2:00pm - 10:00pm Includes one sleep-in shift per week (paid at £52.78 per night) Required to work every other weekendAbout You You will have some experience in a similar role, as lone working is involved. You will be committed to delivering tailored support that enables people to maximise their independence, working collaboratively with colleagues and in line with agreed support plans. Hightown Benefits £20,406 per annum (30 hours per week), plus sleep in payments of at least £52.78 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (pro rata) Blue Light Card, access to discounts for national and local retailers Workplace pension and life assurance (3x annual salary) Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonus Annual salary and cost of living review Ongoing training and development Employee assistance helplineWe will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early. Appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference, and medical checks. We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer

Senior Carpenter Are you a skilled carpenter looking for a leadership role where your work truly makes a difference? Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Senior Carpenter to join our dedicated Estates and Facilities team. In this vital role, you won’t just be fixing doors; you’ll be ensuring a safe, high-quality environment for our patients and staff across the Trust. As a key member of our multi-skilled team, you will lead by example, combining hands-on technical expertise with the chance to mentor the next generation of tradespeople. Salary: Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Location: Based in the Estates and Facilities Directorate, with travel across Trust sites Benefits: Participation in a 24/7 on-call rota and the opportunity to lead small-scale fit-out projects Who You Are We are looking for a motivated professional who is as good with people as they are with a chisel. Our ideal candidate brings: • Qualifications: An HND in Building Surveying (or equivalent experience) OR City and Guilds Level 3 in Carpentry with a completed apprenticeship., • Experience: Significant experience in estates maintenance or as a site/self-employed carpenter., • Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using PDAs for task management., • Leadership Qualities: A "can-do" attitude, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work under pressure. Come meet some of our team! Hard Facilities Management Services NHS Oxford Health Main duties of the job • Manage and complete planned and reactive maintenance work requests as per schedule, • Small works (fit out new kitchens, offices etc), • Install new door sets from door blanks including all ironmongery., • Cover absences or demands/emergencies you must be prepared to carry out other general maintenance duties, • Provide a technical lead for the PMO team, contractors and agency staff appointed to support the estates workforce Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties Working for our organisation Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team” Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent” At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: • Excellent opportunities for career progression, • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development, • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service, • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers, • Competitive pension scheme, • Lease car scheme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Mental Health First Aiders, • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply), • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria • City and Guilds level 3 and NVQ level 2 in carpentry Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria • Significant relevant experience working within an estates maintenance team or as a site/self employed carpenter, • Knowledge of risk management assessments, • Signifcant first and second fix experience Skills Essential criteria • Strong verbal communication skills and knowledge, • Good organisational skills and conscientious worker, • Ability to use a range of wood working equipment, • Be able to work safely and follow a risk assessment

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to build meaningful experience within a primary school setting? A welcoming and highly inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a Mental Health Support Assistant to join from September 2026 on a full-time, lo

Waking Night Mental Health Support Workers. Previous experience, ideally Mental Health/LD/Neurodiverse support. It would be desirable for you to have had experience supporting a person(s) with a mental health condition and within a community-based service.

Senior Mental Health Support Worker needed to provide excellent mental health services and support individuals.

Provide support to individuals with varying needs, assisting with personal care, daily activities, and social engagement.

Provide mental health support to students in a specialist school in Oxford.

Experienced Support Worker needed for flexible, casual, and part-time roles in supported living services in Burnley, assisting adults with learning disabilities and autism.

Assists teachers, provides one-on-one support, and helps create an inclusive environment. Supports students' academic and emotional development.

Support Worker positions available.

Mental Health Support Assistant. Do you believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood and celebrated? Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs?. Mental Health Support Assistant.

Experienced Support Worker needed for flexible, casual, and part-time roles in supported living services in Burnley, assisting adults with learning disabilities and autism.

Seeking a Youth Support Worker for a mental health school in Oxford, focusing on assisting students with social and emotional challenges and providing valuable psychology-related experience.

A Mental Health Support Worker needed to provide care and support to service users with mental health needs and learning disabilities.

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. This can be within a variety of settings and include overnight support needs of a person where necessary. You should have an under

An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Social Worker to join East Dunbartonshire Health & Social Care Partnership’s Joint Learning Disability Team. Our Joint Learning Disability Team is a well-established, integrated and experienced team which is co-located within an integrated buildin

Renfrewshire Health & Social Care Partnership Care at Home Services provide care and support to vulnerable people living at home, within the community, which includes four extra care housing developments across the authority. Home Care Worker – Extra Care Housing (Temporary).

You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support needs to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes. Relief Social Care Worker, St Brendans (3066). This can be within a variety of settings and include overnight support needs of a p

Community Learning and Development Support Worker (Temporary). Based within Adult and Family learning, the post will provide dedicated adult and family learning support as part of the Council’s Connected Communities team – a great opportunity to develop your career as a Community Learning and De

As a Children’s Social Worker at Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, you’ll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise. You will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commit

Children’s Social Worker (Experienced) – Temporary. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Qualified Social Worker with current.

Alora, Social Worker – Support and Safeguarding Team. We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by exper

Locum and Permanent Social Worker Vacancies Available All Over The UK.

Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments in line with the Mental Capacity Act. This is an agency role, suitable for a qualified Social Worker with experience supporting young people transitioning from Children’s to Adult Social Care. Adult Social Worker – Preparing for Adulthood.

Heres what the team will be looking for The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or dual diagnosis issues, with a strong understanding of a range of mental health conditions, safeguarding, and relevant legislation. The Support Worker role ce

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Children Looked After Team. The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people who are in care. They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing r

The Adult's Generic Social Work Team is a dynamic and supportive service that works with adults aged 18 and over with a wide range of needs, including physical disabilities, mental health conditions and learning disabilities. You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, working

Senior/Supervising Social Worker.

We are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Residential Child Support Workers to join our growing agency team supporting children and young people across residential childrens homes and supported accommodation settings. As a Residential Child Support Worker, you will provide practical

Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiot

Requirements of this Social Worker job: - A social Work Qualification or equivalent/Social Work England registered - Understanding of relevant legislation - Committment to continual professional development Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this

WERE HIRING - RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER ?? Omega Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to support children and young people based on the Wirral. Your role will include: Providing day-to-day care and emotional support Supporting education, routines and activ

Our service users enjoy going out on local walks, watching films, bowling, discos, and going out shopping, where we might even stop for a bite to eat! Relief Support Worker Duties: Supporting service users inside their own home and out in the Bromham community Supporting service users to retain th

Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiot

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team in Bromham, Bedford as an enthusiastic and motivated Support Worker. In this rewarding role, you will become an integral part of the lives of those you support, taking part in activities that bring happiness and connection.