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The Edwin Group is seeking experienced SEND Youth Workers to work in a forward-thinking school that caters to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. About the role:<ul> <li>The Youth Worker will be supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs on a one-to-one basis. </li><li>Building a strong rapport with students and supporting with their complex medical needs.</li><li>Following the guidance of the teacher but using their own initiative to help the students thrive in school.</li><li>Working hours per week, term-time only.</li><li>Have the choice of working with primary or secondary aged children. </li></ul> About the school:<ul> <li>Located in the charming town of Aylesbury easily accessible with parking and public transport links from areas such as Leighton Buzzard, Hemel Hempstead, Bicester and Luton.</li><li>Caters to students with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties and is very well-resourced.</li><li>Keen to help staff progress in their career with the opportunity to become an Unqualified Teacher.</li><li>A positive staff culture with wellbeing initiatives running all year round including 15 Mental Health First Aiders.</li></ul> About you:<ul> <li>A relevant Qualification such as Childcare, Health and Social Care</li><li>Able to obtain suitable references and a valid DBS check </li><li>Experience working with children with challenging behaviours and backgrounds.</li><li>A non-judgmental and caring approach with a resilient and resourceful character.</li></ul> The Edwin Group is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.About The Edwin Group: We are a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff, with branches across the country. If you would like to apply for the role of Youth Worker, please send your CV via this website as soon as possible and we will be in touch.If you would like to find out more information about the role, please contact our SEND specialists team on (phone number removed).

Youth Worker - Special Needs

Behaviour Mentor - Year 5 Pupil Primary School in Oxford Full-time Term-time only Start: ASAP or September 2025 90- 110 per day (depending on experience)Are you a patient, empathetic and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children to thrive?Dunbar Education is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming primary school in Oxford, who are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Mentor to provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 5. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the life of a pupil who needs consistent, calm, and confident support to fully engage with school life. The Role: <ul><li>Provide tailored 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with behavioural and emotional needs</li><li>Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCo, and parents to implement strategies and monitor progress</li><li>Promote emotional regulation, self-esteem, and positive behaviour</li><li>Be a reliable, proactive, and compassionate adult role model</li><li>Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment</li></ul> About You: <ul><li>Experience working with children with SEMH needs, ideally within a school setting</li><li>Confident managing behaviour in a supportive and non-confrontational way</li><li>Able to build strong, trusting relationships quickly</li><li>Calm under pressure, consistent, and nurturing</li><li>Team player with excellent communication skills</li></ul> Why Join This School? <ul><li>Supportive and experienced leadership team</li><li>Inclusive ethos with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing</li><li>Opportunities for training and professional development</li><li>A genuine chance to make a difference to a child's educational journey</li></ul>If you're passionate about helping children succeed and are looking for a new challenge in a friendly and forward-thinking primary school, we'd love to hear from you.To apply or find out more, please contact: Ricky Rose - Recruitment Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed)We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. Our mission is to support primary education by ensuring that every classroom is staffed with capable and inspiring teachers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment.If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to 250!If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment &amp; selection policy statement.

Behaviour Mentor - Year 5 Pupil

Mental Health Assistant - Oxford Aspiring Therapist / Psychologist RoleAre you passionate about mental health and supporting children with Autism? A fantastic specialist school in Oxford is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Assistant to join their team. The school supports children aged 4 to 16 with Autism and associated mental health needs such as anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation challenges.As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll work alongside therapists, psychologists, and teaching staff to support students' emotional wellbeing. Mental health is a core focus of this school's approach, with therapeutic interventions, tailored wellbeing programmes, and daily mental health support integrated into the school day. You'll help deliver 1:1 and small group sessions, assist with therapeutic activities, and provide consistent emotional support to students who need it most.Key Details:<ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Oxford</li><li>Supporting Autism and mental health needs</li><li>Full-time ASAP start 8.30am - 4.00pm</li><li> 85- 100 per day</li><li>Ages 4-16</li></ul>Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, Criminology or those with relevant experience. Enthusiastic, patient, and proactive applicants encouraged to apply.Don't miss this fantastic Mental Health Assistant opportunity - apply today!

Mental Health Assistant - Oxford

Mental Health Assistant in SEMH School - KidlingtonAll-through School for Young People with Social, Emotional and Mental Health/Complex NeedsASAP Start Are you passionate about the mental wellbeing of the children in your community?Are you aspiring to build a career in therapy or psychology?A remarkable SEMH school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Kidlington are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Kidlington and the role is full-time starting ASAP. The SEN children are aged 5 to 16 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for a mental health assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. The SEMH School is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom. They are looking for a SEN TA who will be proactive and adaptable and be able to use their own initiative. Resilience and confidence to work with challenging behaviour is desirable!<ul><li>Mental Health Assistant </li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Kidlington</li><li> 80- 100 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3pm</li><li>Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates</li></ul>The SEN children in this school require a mental health assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and up for a challenge. The children have varying needs although SEMH is the main provision. Suitable experience can include working with SEN children and/or adults in any setting, even on a personal level such as with family. Level 3 qualifications+ are also required and a Degree would be most desirable.If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.Mental Health Assistant in SEN School - Kidlington - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant - Kidlington

Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School - Full-Time (ASAP Start) Location: Oxford Salary: 80- 95 per dayAre you a graduate with a passion for supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma? Do you want to build a career in mental health, education, or therapy? This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact as a Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School.Our school specializes in supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Pupils at our school have faced significant challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health conditions. As a Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School, you will play an essential role in helping these young people manage their emotions, build resilience, and work towards recovery in a safe and supportive environment.What the role involves: As a Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School, your key responsibility will be supporting students who face emotional and mental health challenges. You'll work closely with teachers and mental health professionals to implement strategies that help students manage their mental health needs. From providing one-on-one support and promoting emotional regulation to assisting with academic tasks, you'll be an integral part of the school's efforts to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and emotional well-being.What it takes to work in this role: Working with children with mental health needs requires patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting their well-being. You must be prepared to work with young people who may struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related behaviors. Building trust and providing consistent, compassionate support will be key to helping them succeed. This role offers invaluable experience for those pursuing careers in psychology, social work, counselling, or mental health therapy.What we offer:<ul><li>Full-time role with an immediate start</li><li>Competitive pay ( 80- 95 per day)</li><li>Experience in a specialized SEMH school setting, working with students who have experienced trauma and mental health challenges</li><li>A stepping stone for future careers in mental health, education, or therapy</li></ul>If you're passionate about supporting students with mental health needs and want to make a lasting impact, apply now to become a Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School!Ready to start your career in mental health and education? Apply today to be a Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School!

Mental Health Assistant in Oxford School

Youth Worker - Headington, OxfordshireSupport Worker for young people with emotional, behavioural and social difficultiesKS2, KS3 and KS4Fantastic route for an aspiring Psychologist, Therapist or for someone looking to work in the Criminal Justice systemAn alternative provision for children aged 8 to 16 in Headington, Oxford are looking for a Youth Worker to support the social skills, emotional wellbeing and mental health of the students within their school. The school provide an alternative education for children who have social &amp; emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Youth Worker will be working to build relationships with these young people and support them to make positive life choices using de-escalation, positive reinforcement and restorative practice. <ul><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Youth Worker</li><li>Specialist School for Children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs</li><li> 80- 95 per day</li><li>Headington, Oxford</li><li>Restorative Practice</li><li>Shadow Psychologists and Therapists</li><li>Child Mental Health Support Assistant</li></ul>The school provides an alternative education for children who have social &amp; emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Youth Worker will be supporting children who come to us often feeling confused, with low self-esteem and disengaged from schooling. Your role as a Youth Mental Health Worker is to give them an education that is tailored to their individual needs, enabling and empowering them to understand that 'great minds think differently', to gain confidence in themselves and progress their learning.This is a progressive, compassionate, values-based school with a strong ethos and a highly skilled team who are passionate about what they do. Your priority as a Youth Mental Health Worker will be the children's social, emotional and mental health development.The Youth Mental Health Worker ideally will have a degree in a related field or experience working with young people. Many of the children have experienced trauma and require someone with resilience and an open-mind to support their mental health challenges.To apply for this Youth Mental Health Worker position please apply to this advert directly.Interviews will be commencing this week.Youth Mental Health Worker - Headington, Oxford

Youth Worker - Headington, Oxford

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IPS Employment Specialist (Mental Health)

Mental Health Assistant A fantastic opportunity has recently popped up for a mental health assistant to join a supportive team in a specialist school in Oxford.The students in this setting have all been identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). They are between the ages of 4 and 11 and have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences. These experience have led them to have mental health struggles, which contributes to nervous system dysregulation. This lovely school are looking for people to come in and support their students in processing their thoughts and feelings and regulating their emotions.The class teacher have specialized interventions, designed to meet the needs of the children and meet them where they are. The interventions are in place to build upon their skills, promote their independence and promote their overall mental health and wellbeing.This mental health school are based in Oxford and offer their students the best help they can, but they are looking to add someone to their team who can facilitate a high level of care and compassion for their students.Individuals who would do really well in a role like this would have the following qualities:<ul><li>Compassionate</li><li>Patient</li><li>Have a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding</li><li>Have a positive attitude</li></ul>This is a great route for people who are looking to embark on a career that joins together mental health, psychology and education. Psychology graduates, criminology graduates and those with backgrounds in art, music or sport are especially encouraged to apply.Experience in a role like this would be beneficial to any career you plan to embark on.Key information<ul><li>Mental Health Assistant </li><li>Oxford </li><li> 85 - 95 per day</li><li>September Start </li><li>Great opportunity for psychology graduates </li><li>Psychology meets education </li><li>Great travel links </li></ul>If you would like to interview or trial, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted should you be short-listed.Mental Health Assistant - Oxford - September Start - Psychology Graduates

Mental Health Assistant

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? Mental Health Support Worker - £25,325 - £27,378 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Sunday, inclusive of bank holidays, shifts include mornings, evenings, weekends Service Scrutton Close, Oxford. What You ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, caring person to join their dedicated team at Scrutton Close! The Scrutton Close team focus on supporting clients within their own accommodation. Staff offer a high level of support, and work closely with clients to achieve their personal goals and gain increased independence before taking the next step in their journey. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing person-centred support to residents 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 &amp; alcohol use and cognitive impairment. Support workers work with residents to enable them to achieve and sustain a rewarding life in the community. Working proactively with residents to promote independence, well-being and ability to manage their own mental health. Staff are responsible for ensuring safety is always maintained though good housing management, risk assessment and health &amp; safety practice. Supporting people to maintain tenancies, look after their homes and develop daily living skills. Our clients really appreciate the passion from our Support Workers too: The staff are caring, kind, compassionate and understanding. They support me and care for me and are first class. I am happier now than I have been in years. Client in Adult Services. Overall job responsibility: Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: <ul> <li>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.</li> <li>Foster a supportive and empowering environment that promotes residents' independence.</li> <li>Support and monitor clients physical and mental health through key working and ensuring access where appropriate to primary health services or liaising with mental health services.</li> <li>Support clients to attend appointments where required.</li> <li>Ensure daily paperwork is completed.</li> <li>Support the Service Manager to achieve monthly service</li> <li>Comply with all Health and Safety measures to keep residents, visitors, colleagues and yourself safe.</li> <li>Work with all residents using a trauma informed approach using the 6 principles of trauma informed care: Safety, Trust, Choice, Collaboration, Empowerment and Cultural Consideration </li> <li>Promote family, friend and carers engagement, ensuring they are involved in their loved one s support and given information about the service.</li> </ul> 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: <ul> <li>GCSE s in English and Maths (or equivalent)</li> <li>A commitment to undertake continual personal development including completing the Care Certificate</li> <li>IT literate with experience using MS Office packages.</li> <li>Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening.</li> <li>Ability to provide non-judgemental, emotional and practical support to residents.</li> <li>A genuine interest in mental health and well-being with a commitment to delivering Response's mission.</li> <li>Demonstrates high levels of personal and professional integrity working to Response s vision, mission and values</li> <li>Ability to follow health and safety procedures.</li> <li>Demonstrate respect for difference and diversity</li> </ul> What We Offer: <ul> <li>33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) </li> <li>Blue Light card and other discounted shopping</li> <li>Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling </li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme </li> <li>Enhanced family friendly leave</li> <li>Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave </li> <li>£500 refer a friend bonus scheme </li> <li>Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments</li> <li>Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS</li> <li>Free flu jabs</li> <li>Free DBS application</li> </ul> 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 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 13/06/2025 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Mental Health Support Worker,Scrutton Close,Oxford

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Oxford A friendly specialist school in Oxford are currently looking to employ a mental health assistant to provide support for their students. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to kick start their career in education but the role will also suit anyone with relevant prior experience.The role will include providing support to the class teacher as well as students in the classroom. Your day to day activities would remain the same but primarily you would be involved in classroom management, preparing lesson materials and ensuring the classroom is a fun and engaging environment to facilitate student's growth and learning.The ideal candidate will be able to commit for the full academic year as this is a long term role.Key information: <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant </li><li>Oxford </li><li>Psychology Graduates</li><li>September 2025 Start</li><li>Long term role</li><li> 85 - 100 per day</li></ul>There are also extensive opportunities to support children with Special Educational Needs if this was to be something the graduate was interested in or passionate about. This is a brilliant platform for graduates who are looking for valuable experience and who are looking to potentially gainThis is a brilliant platform for an individual to expand their classroom experience prior to undertaking their teaching training and becoming a fully qualified classroom teacher. Relevant previous experience is essential. This relevant previous experience could include childcare, tutoring, helping within a nursery, in a sport setting, charity or in a similar classroom setting.If you are interested in this position, please apply directly to this advert. Interviews will be taking place soon for a September start, so apply now and secure your September role! Mental Health Assistant - Psychology Graduates - Oxford - September 2025 Start

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