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.