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Mental Health Assistant - Witney, Oxfordshire£92 - £105 per day | Full-Time | September or ASAP StartAre 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 difficultiesWorking as a Mental Health Assistant within either the classroom or residential environmentBuilding positive, trusting relationships with pupilsHelping children regulate emotions and manage behavioursSupporting learning, play-based activities and therapeutic interventionsWorking closely with a multidisciplinary team of education, care and therapy professionalsIdeal Candidate:Psychology Graduate or graduate from a related subjectAspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Therapist or Mental Health PractitionerPassionate about supporting vulnerable childrenResilient, empathetic and emotionally intelligentPrevious experience working with children or young people is desirableWhat Makes This Opportunity Special?Outstanding experience for aspiring psychologistsWork alongside highly skilled therapeutic professionalsExtensive training and professional development opportunitiesGain experience in both education and residential care settingsMake 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.TPBN1_UKTJ

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 Witney. 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 ...