Mental Health Assistant - Didcot

Mental Health Assistant / Aspiring Therapist

Full-Time | ASAP Start | £95-£105 per day | Didcot

Turn your degree into real-world experience

Are you a graduate in Psychology, Counselling, Education, Criminology or a related subject? A supportive primary school in Didcot is looking for a caring and motivated Mental Health Assistant to join its specialist Resource Base.

This is a great opportunity for a Mental Health Assistant to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEN and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The role

As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll support pupils from Reception to Year 6 who may experience:

Autism and ADHD Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties Trauma-related behaviours SEMH needs Barriers to learning and social developmentYou'll help pupils manage emotions, develop resilience, build confidence and establish positive relationships.

Key details

Role: Mental Health Assistant Location: Didcot Pay: £95-£105 per day Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Start: ASAP Contract: Full-Time, Long-TermWhat you'll gain

As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers, SEN professionals and therapeutic staff, gaining valuable experience with supportive and trauma-informed approaches.

The role offers a strong foundation for a Mental Health Assistant looking to progress into psychology, therapy, teaching, youth work or social care.

If you're an enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant ready to gain valuable experience while making a difference, apply today or contact Freddie Tustin on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy