Job Description
Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Suppport
Finished your psychology degree and wondering what''s next?
This could be exactly what you''re looking for.
We''re searching for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist school in Oxford, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. These young people are bright, resilient, and full of potential - but many have faced significant challenges in their lives and need the right support to help them succeed.
No two days are the same in this role. It''s fast-paced, rewarding, emotional, and genuinely life-changing - for both the students and for you.
What You''ll Be Doing
You''ll work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
Your day-to-day could include:
- Helping students manage emotions and develop healthy coping strategies
- Building trusted relationships that give students confidence and stability
- Supporting social development and modelling positive behaviours
- Working alongside teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to provide consistent support
- Being the calm, encouraging presence students can rely on - especially on difficult days
What We''re Looking For
You don''t need to know everything already - but you do need the right mindset.
We''re looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about mental health and supporting young people
- Patient, empathetic and positive
- Ready to learn and grow every day
- A strong team player with a good understanding of safeguarding
The Details
- Specialist school based in Oxford
- ASAP Start
- -90 - -110 per day
- Full time
- Ideal for psychology graduates
- Incredible hands on experience for future career in psychology and mental health
If you''re looking for more than "just a job" and want a role where you''ll grow personally and professionally while changing lives along the way - we''d love to hear from you.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.