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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 - Oxford 85 - 100 per day Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm ASAP Are you looking to build a career in mental health or education? Do you want real, hands-on experience supporting children with complex emotional needs?We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Oxford. This is an ideal opportunity for aspiring professionals in fields such as educational psychology, counselling, SEN teaching, or social work.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will be supporting children dealing with trauma, anxiety, and behavioural difficulties, helping them develop strategies to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Your Role as a Mental Health Assistant: <ul><li>Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs</li><li>Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies</li><li>Build trust and provide consistent emotional support</li><li>Create a calm, safe, and structured learning environment</li></ul>The role of a Mental Health Assistant requires emotional resilience, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable young people. What We're Looking For: <ul><li>A strong interest in SEN and mental health support</li><li>Someone who thrives in a challenging but rewarding environment</li></ul>Working as a Mental Health Assistant is a meaningful step toward a long-term career in education or mental health. You'll gain invaluable insight into the day-to-day challenges faced by children with SEMH needs.If you're ready to take on a role where you can truly make a difference, apply now to become a Mental Health Assistant in this supportive and impactful school setting.

Mental Health Assistant - Oxford

Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: 60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) Equivalent 8A NHS Banding Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09.00 - 17.00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities include: <ul> <li>Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment</li> <li>Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support</li> <li>Provide clinical supervision to the team</li> <li>Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs</li> <li>Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team</li> <li>Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices</li> </ul> About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. <ul> <li>HCPC Registration is essential</li> <li>Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology</li> <li>Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in</li> <li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li> <li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement</li> <li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li> <li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li> <li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li> </ul> Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer: <ul> <li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li> <li>Employer Pension Contribution</li> <li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li> <li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li> <li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li> <li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li> <li>Life Assurance Scheme</li> <li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li> <li>Annual Staff Awards</li> <li>EDI Ambassador programme</li> </ul> Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.

Practitioner Psychologist

Senior Educational Psychologist £57,171 - £72,186 per annum Permanent Full Time (36 hours) Wandsworth, London Are you a qualified and experienced Educational Psychologist keen to deliver a high-quality psychological service to children and young people? The Schools and Community Psychology Service (SCPS) is a team of Psychologists, Trainee Psychologists and Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs).As part of Wandsworth Council, you will join a key service contributing to work that aims to improve educational, social and mental health outcomes for children and young people living and being educated in Wandsworth.We have a strong traded presence with our local schools as well as strong links with other teams and university organisations. About the role As a Senior Educational Psychologist, you will include a small amount of schoolwork with both commissioned and statutory casework, supervision of qualified EPs and TEPs (if needed), various strategic roles within the team, as well as the wider Children's Services department. Our Offer: <ul> <li>Balanced and efficient workload -You will work within a team that maintains no EHCNA backlog and ensures statutory time remains at a manageable 30% of your overall allocation.</li> <li>Strong professional development and support -You will benefit from regular 1:1 and peer supervision, access to CPD and engagement in reflective practice, all within a psychologically informed department.</li> <li>Innovative and respected environment -You will be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team with a great reputation, contributing to innovative practice and strategic work within Children's Services.</li> </ul> The SCPS is committed to the following current priority areas: <ul> <li>Anti-racism and inclusion - Actively promoting diversity, reducing societal barriers, and integrating anti-racist practice into reflective spaces.</li> <li>Consultation-driven service delivery - Prioritising collaborative approaches with schools and refining report writing to increase meaningful face-to-face engagement.</li> <li>Values-led practice and team wellbeing - Embedding shared values in work with schools, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring wellbeing through annual surveys and a dedicated working group.</li> <li>Professional development and specialisation - Supporting EPs in individual areas of interest, offering protected CPD time, and maintaining high-quality psychological supervision.</li> <li>Balanced and strategic psychological work - Ensuring a mix of statutory, commissioned, and project work while championing psychology at all levels of strategic influence.</li> </ul> Essential Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge: <ul> <li>Qualified and HCPC registered Educational Psychologist with proven experience of practice post EP qualification.</li> <li>Creative thinking and ideas for further developing and supporting a dynamic and multi-talented team.</li> <li>Interest in strategic thinking and contribution to cross-departmental partnership work, including strategic thinking in early years and developing quality statutory processes.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Experience in offering psychological supervision and commitment in developing professional skills and distributed leadership in others.</li> <li>Interest in applying psychology in team leadership within the context of a wider organisation.</li> <li>Interest in Early Years and the key role EPs can play in delivering support for families and practitioners working with children 0-5 years.</li> </ul> If you meet the above criteria and want to join a creative, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team and help shape our innovative practice, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Theodora Theodoratou (Principal Educational Psychologist) on Check out our team website for more information Wandsworth Schools &amp; Community Psychology Service Closing Date: Sunday 25 January 2026. Shortlisting Date: Monday 26 January 2026. Interview Date: w/c 2 February 2026. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond &amp; Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are alsocommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactoryresponse to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Senior Educational Psychologist

Practitioner Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access click apply for full job details

Are you a passionate Clinical Psychologist looking to make a real difference? Our client, a well-respected charity, is seeking a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to join their team. This role involves working with children, young people, and families to provide essential psychological services and support. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from 46,148 to 60,504, depending on experience. You'll be part of a supportive team, working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development. This is a permanent, full-time position with a focus on delivering impactful clinical services. Our client is a charity committed to supporting children and families with diverse needs, including autism and developmental disabilities. They strive to provide high-quality services and interventions to improve the lives of those they serve. The Clinical Psychologist will: <ul><li>Conduct autism and neurodevelopmental assessments and interventions</li><li>Provide specialist psychological assessments and diagnoses</li><li>Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team</li><li>Develop and implement intervention plans to support child development and family wellbeing</li><li>Offer psychological advice, consultation, and training to professionals</li><li>Communicate complex information compassionately to families and colleagues</li><li>Lead and contribute to MDT discussions and service development projects</li></ul> Package and Benefits: As a Clinical Psychologist, you'll enjoy: <ul><li>An annual salary between 46,148 and 60,504, based on experience</li><li>Full-time, permanent position with 37.5 hours per week</li><li>Opportunities for continuous professional development and supervision</li></ul> About You The ideal Clinical Psychologist will have: <ul><li>Doctoral level training in clinical psychology and HCPC registration</li><li>Experience in psychological assessment and intervention across various settings</li><li>Skills in psychological formulation and implementing interventions</li><li>Knowledge of autism and neurodevelopmental conditions</li><li>Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Experience working within a multidisciplinary team</li></ul> If you're interested in roles such as Child Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Educational Psychologist, or Paediatric Psychologist, this Clinical Psychologist position could be the perfect fit for you. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact as a Clinical Psychologist, we'd love to hear from you. Join our client in their mission to support children and families, and help shape the future of psychological services. Apply today or call Libby at Leaders in Care on (phone number removed)! LICLC

Clinical Psychologist

Are you a recent Psychology or Criminology Graduate? Are you interested in a career in mental health? Are you interested in learning therapeutic and restorative practices?A Specialist School in Oxford are seeking a vibrant and friendly graduate to join their team as a Mental Health Support Worker, and support their pupils with mental health needs.The students at this school range from 11 to 18 years and come from diverse backgrounds with notable social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many students will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, trauma and exhibit anti-social behaviours as a result. The pupils therefore need 1:1 support and guidance, to help them regulate their thoughts and process their emotions in a healthy manner.This is a classroom-based role. You will collaborate with the class teacher, and mental health professionals at the school, to help engage and support the students. You will identify and address possible triggers for the pupils, concerning their trauma and psychological needs. You will also help with classwork and ensure they are meeting both academic and emotional milestones.This is a fantastic platform if you are a graduate, looking to build your experience in mental health and well being support. Not only will you learn and help implement different therapeutic techniques to engage the students, you will also put your Psychological or Criminological knowledge into practical scenarios.This is an extremely rewarding role but not without its challenges - the school are looking for a graduate who is caring, resilience, with a patient nature. Mental Health Support Worker ASAP start 85 to 95 per day Oxford Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30 Graduate PlatformIf you are interested in this role, then apply with your updated CV today. Mental Health Support Worker, Oxford, Mental Health Support Worker, Oxford, Mental Health Support Worker, Oxford

Mental Health Support Worker

Practitioner Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) Equivalent 8A NHS Banding Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities Include: <ul> <li>Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment</li> <li>Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support</li> <li>Provide clinical supervision to the team</li> <li>Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs</li> <li>Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team</li> <li>Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices</li> </ul> About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. <ul> <li>HCPC Registration is essential</li> <li>Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology</li> <li>Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in</li> <li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li> <li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement</li> <li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li> <li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li> <li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li> </ul> Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What We Offer <ul> <li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li> <li>Employer Pension Contribution</li> <li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li> <li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li> <li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li> <li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li> <li>Life Assurance Scheme</li> <li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li> <li>Annual Staff Awards</li> <li>EDI Ambassador programme</li> </ul> About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.

Job Description Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health needs to live more independently and confidently? At Lifeways, we believe in creating homes-not just housing-where individuals feel safe, respected, and empowered. Our supported living service at Acorn Court in Exeter is a calm, welcoming space where recovery and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. We're currently looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our compassionate team. If you're experienced in mental health support, if you're empathetic, reliable, and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. About Acorn Court Acorn Court SIL is a modern, purpose-built service offering 16 self-contained apartments for adults living with mental health conditions. Each apartment includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and lounge-giving individuals the privacy and autonomy they deserve, while still having access to 24/7 support. The service is designed to promote recovery, stability, and independence. Our team works closely with each person to build routines, develop coping strategies, and reconnect with the community in meaningful ways. "Acorn Court is a place where people feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. Our team is passionate about helping individuals build confidence and live life on their own terms."- Team Member, Acorn Court SIL Shift Pattern <ul> <li>Morning shifts</li><li>Afternoon shifts</li><li>Sleep-in shifts </li><li>Full flexibility required, including weekends</li><li>5 week rolling rota </li></ul> What You'll Be Doing <ul> <li>Supporting individuals with daily routines and emotional wellbeing</li><li>Encouraging independence and self-management of mental health</li><li>Promoting recovery-focused activities and community engagement</li><li>Working as part of a close-knit, trauma-informed team</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul> <li>A genuine interest in mental health and recovery</li><li>Strong communication and active listening skills</li><li>Patience, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach</li><li>No formal qualifications required-just the right mindset</li></ul> What benefits do we offer? <ul> <li>Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits</li><li>Funded Health and Social Care qualifications</li><li>Free DBS check</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)</li><li>Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)</li><li>Eye care and health cash plans</li><li>10% discount at B&amp;Q for all team members</li><li>Access to the Blue Light Card</li><li>£200 for every successful employee referral</li><li>3% employer pension contribution</li><li>8 paid training days per year</li><li>Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications</li></ul> LWGAK

Recovery Support Worker - Exeter

Job Description Join Lifeways in Southampton - Where Every Day Makes a Difference Shift Pattern: 10am-10pm with sleep-insPay Rate: £12.60 per hour Are you ready to turn compassion into a career? At Lifeways, we don't just offer jobs-we offer purpose. As one of the UK's leading providers of specialist support services, we're on the lookout for Recovery Support Workers who are ready to make a real impact in their local community. Whether you're looking for bank or full-time work, this is your chance to be part of something bigger. You'll support adults living with complex mental health conditions, helping them build independence, confidence, and brighter futures. What You'll Be Doing No two days are the same-and that's the beauty of it. You'll be: <ul> <li>Supporting individuals with conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, and substance misuse</li><li>Helping with medication, appointments, budgeting, and daily living skills</li><li>Encouraging community engagement through college, volunteering, and creative activities</li><li>Creating recovery plans and maintaining high standards of documentation</li><li>Being a consistent, calming presence in a dynamic environment</li></ul> Who Thrives Here? You're resilient, adaptable, and a natural listener. You know how to stay grounded in stressful situations and bring warmth, empathy, and structure to those who need it most. You're not just joining a team-you're becoming part of a support system that truly matters. Perks That Matter We believe in taking care of our people, too: <ul> <li>Funded health &amp; social care qualifications</li><li>Free DBS check</li><li>Discounts at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks &amp; more via Lifeways Rewards</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Optional health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy &amp; more</li><li>Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for advice &amp; wellbeing support</li></ul> Why Lifeways? Because here, your work transforms lives. You'll be part of a national network with the stability of a large company and the heart of a local service. We invest in your growth, your wellbeing, and your future. Ready to be the difference someone needs today? Apply now and start your journey with Lifeways in Southampton. Let's build something meaningful-together. LWGAK

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