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Job Title: Mental Health Assistant Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: 89 - 100 per day Contract Type: Full-time/ Part time, Term TimeAre you passionate about supporting children's mental health and making a real difference in their education and wellbeing? A wonderful Primary School in Banbury are looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join their team at the beginning of the new academic year!This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in psychology, mental health, or those aspiring to progress into clinical, educational, or therapeutic roles. The position offers hands-on experience working with children who have special educational needs (SEN), including social, emotional, and mental health challenges, within a classroom setting.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the school's SEN team to provide targeted support for children, helping them to engage with learning and develop coping strategies. You will play an important role in promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing, ensuring every child feels supported and understood.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide one-to-one and small group support to children with additional needs.</li><li>Assist in implementing individual support plans and behavioural strategies.</li><li>Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills within the classroom.</li><li>Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence.</li></ul>What we are looking for:<ul><li>A degree in psychology or a related field, or a strong interest in pursuing a career in mental health or education.</li><li>Previous experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs (desirable but not essential).</li><li>Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient approach.</li><li>Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive way.</li></ul>If you are enthusiastic about supporting children's mental health and want to make a meaningful impact in their lives, we would love to hear from you. Please Upload your updated CV directly to this advert.Academics LTD is a leading educational recruitment agency. Delivering continuity in the classroom

Mental Health Assistant

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around Bedford eager to build a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or the education and training sector? This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers you the perfect launchpad to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs - all while setting you on a clear career pathway toward clinical roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist.Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical CareersLocation: BedfordContract: Full-Time Long-TermStart Date: September 2025Salary: 460- 500 per weekSector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and TrainingYour Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health AssistantBased in a respected Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Bedford, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions</li><li>Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation</li><li>Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists</li><li>Supporting students' academic and personal growth</li><li>Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive</li></ul>Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health AssistantThis position is more than just a job - it's a structured stepping stone designed to advance your career in fields such as:<ul><li>Clinical or Educational Psychology</li><li>Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>Specialist Teaching and SEN Education</li><li>Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention</li></ul>You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi-disciplinary Bedford team.Who We're Looking For<ul><li>Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines</li><li>Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people</li><li>Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care</li><li>Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential</li><li>Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Gain essential clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate qualifications</li><li>Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy</li><li>Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students'</li><li>Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs</li><li>Join a supportive, trauma-informed care team focused on innovation and growth</li></ul>If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, this role in Bedford offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - AylesburyAre you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist or mental health support worker?Does a role working in a school that caters for children with special needs and emotional issues appeal to you?Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain practical experience with students with special needs and mental health?Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - AylesburyWe are working with a primary school in Aylesbury that is looking for Teaching Assistants (TAs) to start working with them from September 2025, The school are particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - AylesburyIf you are passionate about working with children and additional needs and up for an exciting challenging, yet rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the school are looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - AylesburyInterviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.If you have any questions, please contact Perfect for Psychology or criminology Graduates who are coming to the end of their 3rd year at university!Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - AylesburyRole to start from September 2025!

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Aylesbury

You've finished your degree and you are looking for a career path to make a real positive impact?Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical CareersLocation: WareContract: Full-Time Long-TermStart Date: September 2025Salary: 460- 500 per weekSector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and TrainingAre you a Psychology or criminology graduate looking to begin your career in mental health, clinical practice and the education and training sector?This is a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant opportunity to gain vital, hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs in Ware - and to step onto a clear pathway toward roles like Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist within a specialist clinical team.Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health AssistantYou'll be based in a highly regarded SEN school in Ware, supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, Autism, and behavioural challenges. Working alongside a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team in Ware, you will:<ul><li>Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions</li><li>Implement therapeutic strategies to support emotional regulation</li><li>Work in close collaboration with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists</li><li>Support the personal and academic development of students with complex needs</li><li>Build meaningful, trusting relationships that help students thrive</li></ul>Career Progression into the Clinical TeamThis role is designed as a clinical stepping stone - ideal for graduates seeking careers in:<ul><li>Clinical or Educational Psychology</li><li>Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>Specialist Teaching / SEN Education</li><li>Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention</li></ul>Who We're Looking For<ul><li>Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field</li><li>Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and making a difference in young lives</li><li>Committed to a long-term position (minimum 12 months) to ensure continuity of care</li><li>Experience working with children or young people (in any setting) is desirable, but not essential</li><li>Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient in a rewarding and sometimes challenging role</li></ul>Why choose the Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role?<ul><li>Gain real-world clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate study</li><li>Be mentored by experienced professionals in education and therapy</li><li>Work in a setting where your development is just as important as your students'</li><li>Make a measurable difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs</li><li>Join a supportive, forward-thinking team focused on trauma-informed care</li></ul>Ideal for Psychology or Criminology Graduates in and around Ware preparing to launch their careers as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant in Mental Health or education and training sector.

Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Camden EdEx are exclusively working with a leading secondary school in Camden who are looking to find x3 Behaviour Mentors (SEMH) for September 2025 starts. This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit specialist SEMH / Mental Health school for young people who require specialist SEMH support within a small school setting.This is an September 2025 start position, Monday - Friday, school hours (8:30am - 4:00pm / Friday 2:15 finish). The daily rate for this role is between 110 - 120 per day experience dependant.These Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities are ideal for the following people:<ul><li>Aspiring Psychologists</li><li>Aspiring Mental Health Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Children Well-Being Practitioners</li><li>Aspiring Social Workers</li><li>Experienced Behaviour Mentors</li><li>&amp; more!</li></ul>This school are exceptionally passionate about providing young people the best possible opportunities and education for all students. They celebrate difference, they challenge themselves and their students, they resolve conflict and have high expectations about student behaviour. Students at this school have often struggled to cope in a mainstream setting. These students can have self-esteem issues and confidence issues, so need confident, firm but fair and supportive staff around them to succeed.If you feel like you are up to the challenge and want to support students who need a shining light in their life, these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant could be for you!Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - School Details:<ul><li>Located in the borough of Camden</li><li>Specialist SEMH School - 65 pupils aged 10-18 years old</li><li>Wide-ranging curriculum including; Music, Sports, Arts &amp; more!</li><li>Schools values: Dream, Believe, Achieve</li><li>All staff work together to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels welcome and included!</li><li>Being Community Minded is a key throughout the school and federation - all pupils' are encouraged to be "be community minded"</li><li>Plenty of training and CPD across the school - learning from the best specialist SEMH teachers and support staff</li></ul>Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant - Role Details:<ul><li>Monday to Friday - No weekends</li><li>School Hours - typically 8:30am - 4:00pm</li><li> 110 - 120 per day - paid weekly (Term Time Only)</li><li>ASAP Starts - Multiple Vacancies</li><li>Long term contract - at least for remainder of academic year - September 2025 - July 2026 (scope for a permanent contract if interested from Sept 26)</li><li>Fantastic training, support and professional development</li></ul>If you are interested in these Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant opportunities then please apply today, Becca at EdEx will be in touch with further details if you're shortlisted!Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant Camden INDTA

Social, Emotional, Mental Health Assistant

Psychology Degree Holder Mental Health AssistantAre you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or mental health support worker?Does a role working in a school that caters for children with SEN, SEMH, social, emotional, or mental health needs appeal to you?Are you a degree holder or psychology undergraduate, looking to gain experience with SEN or SEMH students?We are Academics are working with schools across Stoke, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, and Cheshire, who are looking for Teaching Assistants (TAs) to start working with them either asap or in September 2023. The schools are particularly interested in Psychology and Criminology degree holders who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.You are If you are passionate about working with children with additional needs and up for an exciting, challenging, rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the schools are looking for committed individuals with a drive to progress!Interviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.If you have any questions, please contact StokePerfect for Psychology or Criminology degree holders or undergraduate students!Roles to start as soon as possible!

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