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Mental Health Assistant

Academics
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 2 hours
Location

Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1TU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A specialist school in Abingdon is seeking a Mental Health Assistant to start ASAP.
  • The role involves supporting students aged 4 to 16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related mental health challenges.
  • Candidates do not need prior experience with children, but a passion for supporting learning difficulties and mental health is essential.
  • The position offers a salary of £83 to £95 per day and is term-time only.
  • This role is an excellent opportunity for graduates, with training provided to assist in building positive relationships with students.

Mental Health Assistant

This amazing specialist school in Abingdon are looking for a Mental Health Assistant to join their team starting ASAP.

This setting cater for students between the ages of 4 and 16, a nice mix of primary and secondary ages!

They support students who have a primary diagnosis of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) which impacts the way they learn, communicate and process emotions.

Children who struggle with ASD also have troubles with their mental health and need support to work through tricky emotions.

They are looking for someone to come in and support them in the classroom, with their education and ensure that they are able to access their learning in ways that are beneficial to them.

Each student has a specific learning plan, designed for their needs. It is intended to meet them where they are. You will follow this plan with the guidance of the class teacher.

The school looking for a Mental Health Assistant want an individual who is passionate about supporting learning difficulties and mental health needs. They want someone to come in build positive relationships with the students, which will in turn allow for a safe and engaging environment where learning will flow.

Previous experience with children is not necessary, but personality is important!

  • Mental Health Assistant
  • Abingdon
  • £83 - £95 per day
  • ASAP Start
  • Term Time Only
  • Excellent experience for graduates
  • Training provided

Apply directly to this advert if you are interested and someone will be in touch with you if you have been short-listed.

Mental Health Assistant - Abingdon - ASAP Start - Full Time

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.