Youth Mental Health Worker

Do you enjoy supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of young people? If you''re looking to build a rewarding career in mental health, psychology, counselling, social work, or education, this Youth Mental Health Worker opportunity in Oxford could be the perfect next step.

A welcoming specialist school in Oxford is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Youth Mental Health Worker to support children and young people with Autism, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, anxiety, trauma, and additional learning needs. This Youth Mental Health Worker role offers invaluable experience working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and SEN professionals in a supportive and therapeutic school environment.

As a Youth Mental Health Worker, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to children , helping them develop emotional resilience, improve self-esteem, and overcome barriers to learning. You will implement strategies to support emotional regulation, encourage positive behaviour, build trusting relationships, and help students develop confidence, communication, and social skills. The Youth Mental Health Worker will also work closely with teaching staff to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.

This Youth Mental Health Worker position is an excellent opportunity for graduates or individuals aspiring to become Clinical Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Counsellors, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) professionals. The experience gained as a Youth Mental Health Worker will provide a strong foundation for future study and careers supporting vulnerable children and young people.

Why Apply?

• Gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism, SEMH, anxiety, trauma, and additional needs.
• Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist support staff.
• Develop practical skills in behaviour support, emotional regulation, safeguarding, and therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists, counsellors, social workers, therapists, teachers, and mental health professionals.
• -85110 per day.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.

If you''re looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career in psychology, mental health, education, or social care, this Youth Mental Health Worker role in Oxford offers the ideal opportunity to develop your skills while making a genuine difference in young people''s lives.

Apply today for this Youth Mental Health Worker opportunity in Oxford and begin a rewarding career supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.

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