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Mental Health Assistant - Cowley A fantastic opportunity has recently popped up for a mental health assistant to join a supportive team in a specialist school in Cowley.The students in this setting have all been identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). They are between the ages of 4 and 11 and have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences. These experience have led them to have mental health struggles, which contributes to nervous system dysregulation. This lovely school are looking for people to come in and support their students in processing their thoughts and feelings and regulating their emotions.The class teacher have specialized interventions, designed to meet the needs of the children and meet them where they are. The interventions are in place to build upon their skills, promote their independence and promote their overall mental health and wellbeing.This mental health school are based in Oxford and offer their students the best help they can, but they are looking to add someone to their team who can facilitate a high level of care and compassion for their students.Individuals who would do really well in a role like this would have the following qualities:<ul><li>Compassionate</li><li>Patient</li><li>Have a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding</li><li>Have a positive attitude</li></ul>This is a great route for people who are looking to embark on a career that joins together mental health, psychology and education. Psychology graduates, criminology graduates and those with backgrounds in art, music or sport are especially encouraged to apply.Experience in a role like this would be beneficial to any career you plan to embark on.Key information<ul><li>Mental Health Assistant</li><li>Cowley, Oxford</li><li> 85 - 95 per day</li><li>ASAP Start </li><li>Great opportunity for psychology graduates </li><li>Psychology meets education </li><li>Great travel links </li></ul>If you would like to interview or trial, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted should you be short-listed.Mental Health Assistant - Cowley, Oxford - ASAP Start - Psychology Graduates

Mental Health Assistant - Cowley

Behaviour Mentor - High Wycombe- Behaviour Mentor- High WycombeAre you passionate about supporting young people with challenging behaviours and mental health needs? We are seeking a Behaviour Mentor to join an alternative provision in High Wycombe, working with secondary-aged pupils who require specialist intervention to engage with education.As a Behaviour Mentor in High Wycombe, you will be working closely with students who have experienced barriers to learning, including emotional-based school avoidance (EBSA), anxiety, and behavioural difficulties. The ideal candidate will be resilient, patient, and able to build positive relationships with young people to help them re-engage with education.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with challenging behaviours.</li><li>Implement strategies to improve students' emotional regulation and social skills.</li><li>Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to ensure tailored support.</li><li>Act as a positive role model, building trust and confidence in students.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Previous experience as a Behaviour Mentor, youth worker, teaching assistant, or in a similar role.</li><li>Experience working with teenagers in schools, youth centres, or personal experience supporting children with challenging behaviours.</li><li>Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to de-escalate situations effectively.</li><li>A commitment to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive weekly pay ranging from 450- 500 per week, dependent on experience and pay</li></ul>Education and Training Education and Training Education and Training- High Wycombe

Behaviour Mentor

Mental Health Assistant/Teaching Assistant - OxfordAspiring Educational Psychologist role Great for Psychology/Counselling/Criminology Graduates! ASAP StartSocial, Emotional and Mental Health/Complex NeedsPrimary PhaseAre you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues?Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Oxford are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Graduate will have qualified in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Oxford and the role is full-time starting ASAP. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 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. Graduates in a similar field will also be considered (e.g. Psychology, Criminology etc).This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for any Psychology Graduate 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>SEN Teaching Assistant</li><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Educational Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Oxford</li><li> 80- 90 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm</li><li>Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates</li></ul>The SEN children in this school require a teaching 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 SEN Teaching Assistant position, please contact ASAP via (url removed) or apply direct to this advert.Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduates Welcomed- SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant - Oxford - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Oxford

Behaviour MentorTeaching Assistant at Special School in Oxford for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health DifficultiesAges 5 to 11 - ASAP Start Fantastic route for an aspiring Psychologist, Therapist or for someone looking to work in the Criminal Justice systemA small specialist school for children aged 5 to 11 in Oxford are looking for a Teaching Assistant to support the social skills, emotional wellbeing and mental health of the students within their school. The school provide an alternative education for children who have social &amp; emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Support Assistant will be working closely with trained professionals including Psychologists and Therapists and will have the opportunity to shadow their work.<ul><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Behaviour Mentor and Teaching Assistant</li><li>Specialist School for Children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs</li><li> 90- 100 per day</li><li>Oxford</li><li>Restorative Practice</li><li>Shadow Psychologists and Therapists</li><li>Child Mental Health Support Assistant</li></ul>The school provides an alternative education for children who have social &amp; emotional difficulties such as anxiety and school refusal due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences, as well as specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia. The Teaching assistant will be supporting children who come to us often feeling confused, with low self-esteem and disengaged from schooling. Your role as a Mental Health Support Assistant is to give them an education that is tailored to their individual needs, enabling and empowering them to understand that 'great minds think differently', to gain confidence in themselves and progress their learning.They are a progressive, compassionate, values-based school with a strong ethos and a highly skilled team who are passionate about what they do. Your priority as a Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Support Assistant will be the children's social, emotional and mental health development.The Teaching Assistant/Mental Health Support Assistant ideally will have a degree in a related field or experience working with young people. Many of the children have experienced trauma and require someone with resilience and an open-mind to support their mental health challenges.To apply for this Mental Health Support/Teaching Assistant position in Oxford please apply to this advert directly.Interviews will be commencing this week.Behaviour Mentor- SEMH School in the Oxford ASAP Start

Behaviour Mentor - Oxford

Mental Health Assistant - HeadingtonAspiring Therapist role Are you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues in schools?Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Headington are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Mental Health Assistant will be a Graduate - relevant degrees include Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered! A degree is however not a necessity. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Headington and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2024. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. 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. <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist or Educational Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Headington</li><li> 85- 95 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm </li></ul>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.Mental Health Assistant - Headington - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist - Headington

Mental Health Assistant - SloughAspiring Therapist role Are you interested in supporting children with Mental Health issues in schools?Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? An outstanding specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Slough are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support children with behaviour and mental health issues. Ideally the Mental Health Assistant will be a Graduate - relevant degrees include Psychology, Counselling or Criminology but other subjects will also be considered! A degree is however not a necessity. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! The SEN School is in Slough and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2023. The SEN children are aged 4 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. 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. <ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist or Educational Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Slough</li><li> 80- 90 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm </li></ul>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please contact ASAP via (url removed) or apply direct to this advert.Mental Health Assistant - Slough - ASAP Start

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Therapist - Slough

Role: Behaviour MentorLocation: Bierton (Buckinghamshire)Full-timeStart: April 2025 Start Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to join a vibrant school community in Bierton.Role Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Provide one-on-one and group support to students, helping them develop positive behaviour and social skills</li><li>Work closely with teachers, parents, and counsellors to create and implement individualised behaviour plans</li><li>Create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere that promotes personal growth and academic success</li><li>Track and report on student progress, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continuous improvement</li><li>Assist in resolving conflicts and addressing behavioural issues promptly and effectively</li><li>Encourage and support the overall wellbeing of students, helping them build resilience and self-esteem</li></ul> Ideal Candidate Qualities:<ul> <li>You have a genuine interest in helping students overcome challenges and succeed</li><li>Prior experience working with children or young people, especially in an educational setting, is highly desirable</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with students, staff, and parents</li><li>Ability to think on your feet and develop creative solutions to behavioural issues</li><li>Collaborative mindset, ready to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support student development</li><li>Able to remain calm and composed in challenging situations, adapting strategies as needed</li></ul> Benefits:<ul> <li>Pay to scale</li><li>Safeguarding training</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Dedicated team on hand for support</li><li>Designated consultant</li><li>£100 for referring a friend referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who work 5+ shifts</li></ul> If you would like to hear more about this exciting opportunity, then please give us a call on (phone number removed) and Apply Below.Supply Desk is working in partnership with several Local Authorities and represent a host of opportunities in the boroughs of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. In addition to top rates of pay, and a commitment to your professional development, we can offer you a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way.Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Supply Desk offer a £100 Golden Hello for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

Your new company Our clients believe in the power of compassion, respect, and tailored support to help individuals make positive changes in their service users' lives. They are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where people feel empowered to grow, recover, and thrive. Their teams are guided by three core values: Be Open, Be Compassionate, Be Bold. These principles shape everything they do, ensuring that they provide high-quality care while fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and collaboration. Your new role Please note this is for 3 to 4 days only, and you must have a car as this is a regional role.<ul><li>To join our dedicated Hertfordshire service, emphasising Family Safeguarding. </li><li>You will ensure a high-quality and consistent service to families with either drug and/or alcohol-related issues engaged with Children's Services as part of the Family Safeguarding Service.</li><li>The role is co-located within the family safeguarding teams of Swindon Borough Council, in which recovery coordinators work within a multidisciplinary team of social workers, domestic abuse workers and mental health specialists. </li><li>Your role is to support parents of children with social services' involvement. Therefore, you will be conducting home visits as part of your role. </li></ul>What you'll need to succeed <ul><li>Must have worked as a substance misuse recovery worker with families previously</li><li>Looking for only 3 to 4 days a week. </li><li>Must have a car, mileage will be paid. </li></ul>What you'll get in return <ul><li>Opportunity to work for a leading charity </li></ul>What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&amp;C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Family Safeguarding Recovery Worker

Behavioural Specialist Needed - Join TimePlan Education!Are you a skilled behavioural specialist passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? TimePlan Education is looking for dedicated professionals with experience in supporting students with behavioural challenges to join our team. This role involves working closely with students in school settings, helping them develop positive behaviours and thrive in their educational environment.About the Role:Position: Behavioural SpecialistLocation: Primary and secondary schools in the local areaPlacement Types: Short-term, long-term, and potential permanent rolesSkills &amp; Qualifications Needed:Proven experience in working with children or young people with behavioural challenges (e.g., in a school, residential, or youth setting)Strong communication and de-escalation skillsPatience, empathy, and resilience when working with students who require additional supportKnowledge of behavioural management strategies and the ability to apply them effectivelyAbility to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to create a consistent support network for studentsSuitable Backgrounds Include:Previous roles such as teaching assistant, youth worker, learning mentor, SEN support, or social workProfessional training or experience in mental health, special educational needs, or social careWhy Join TimePlan Education? This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in helping students reach their potential. As a Behavioural Specialist with TimePlan, you'll be instrumental in creating positive change and supporting the growth and success of students who need it most.If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today! Click below to view the job description and start your journey with TimePlan Education.INDHBB

Behaviour mentor

Behavioural Specialist Needed - Join TimePlan Education!Are you a skilled behavioural specialist passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? TimePlan Education is looking for dedicated professionals with experience in supporting students with behavioural challenges to join our team. This role involves working closely with students in school settings, helping them develop positive behaviours and thrive in their educational environment.About the Role:Position: Behavioural SpecialistLocation: Primary and secondary schools in the local areaPlacement Types: Short-term, long-term, and potential permanent rolesSkills &amp; Qualifications Needed:Proven experience in working with children or young people with behavioural challenges (e.g., in a school, residential, or youth setting)Strong communication and de-escalation skillsPatience, empathy, and resilience when working with students who require additional supportKnowledge of behavioural management strategies and the ability to apply them effectivelyAbility to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents to create a consistent support network for studentsSuitable Backgrounds Include:Previous roles such as teaching assistant, youth worker, learning mentor, SEN support, or social workProfessional training or experience in mental health, special educational needs (SEN), or social careWhy Join TimePlan Education? This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in helping students reach their potential. As a Behavioural Specialist with TimePlan, you'll be instrumental in creating positive change and supporting the growth and success of students who need it most.If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today! Click below to view the job description and start your journey with TimePlan Education.INDHBB

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