Mental Health Assistant- Kidlington

Job description

Mental Health Assistant - Kidlington

Are you a Psychology graduate eager to gain practical experience supporting young people with their mental health and wellbeing?

A specialist school in Kidlington is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Counsellors, Therapists, or Teachers who want to build valuable, hands-on experience supporting young people with a range of mental health and emotional needs.

As a Mental Health Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students experiencing emotional, social, or mental health challenges.
• Support students in developing confidence, resilience, emotional regulation, and independence.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe, understood, and supported.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
• Observe and monitor students' wellbeing, behaviour, engagement, and progress throughout the school day.

We're looking for a Mental Health Assistant who is:

• Compassionate, patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic about supporting young people.
• A confident communicator with a genuine interest in mental health and wellbeing.
• Interested in gaining practical experience before pursuing a career in psychology, therapy, education, or mental health.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Job Details

• Location: Kidlington
• Setting: Specialist School
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay: £93-£110 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Contract: Full-time

Apply today and begin your journey as a Mental Health Assistant!

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

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

South East London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £93.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

26-08-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English