Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support Assistant

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant Turn Your Degree Into Something That Truly Matters 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 • September 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.