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Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people? Do you have a passion for education and mental health? A Specialist School in Oxford are seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as a Behaviour Support Assistant, starting as soon as next week. In this role, you will support children aged 11 to 18 who face behaviour challenges, including children exhibiting anti-social behaviours as a result of a diagnosed social, emotional or mental health difficulty. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will: Work closely with students to overcome behavioural challenges. Encourage positive decision-making and implement effective behaviour management strategies. Create a calm and safe learning environment to help students maintain focus. Encourage healthy relationships between students, staff and peers. Provide emotional support to students, helping them develop self-regulation and coping skills. Nurture the students' social and emotional development. The Ideal Candidate will have: A degree in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field. Passion for working with young people, particularly those facing behavioural and emotional challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Experience working with children and/or adults with special needs (desirable but not essential). This is a great opportunity for a recent Graduate to gain hands-on experience in the mental health field, and apply psychological or criminological theory to real-world scenarios. By engaging with various aspects of mental health and education, you will open doors to future roles in clinical or therapeutic settings, as well as youth justice and probation work. Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant Location: Oxford Salary: 80 to 90 per day Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday If you are a confident worker with a passion for helping others, then apply today! Behaviour Support Assistant, Oxford, Behaviour Support Assistant, Oxford, Oxford

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Supported Housing Catering Assistant - £25,325 - £27,378 per annum pro rata to £17,795 - £19,238 (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 26 hours per week (Flexible Working Pattern Alternate Weekends and Occasional Bank Holidays) Service Rowan House, Littlemore, Oxford What You ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and approachable person to join the Rowan House team. Rowan House is home to 25 residents with acute mental health needs. Our roles offer employees variety where every day is different whilst also giving a great sense of pride seeing the positive impact you can have on others. Our clients are with Response to gain skills in living independently, while also focussing on improving their mental health. Responses aim is to enhance co-production working between staff and residents so we work together to develop Responses activities and services. Our clients really appreciate the passion from our Staff too: The staff are caring, kind, compassionate and understanding. They support me and care for me and are first class. I am happier now than I have been in years. Client in Adult Services. We want you to support us to support our clients in looking after their physical health and wellbeing through diet and nutrition. Overall job responsibility : Provide staple meals for residents. Work with the support team to engage with residents around their physical health and wellbeing of diet and nutrition. Oversee the daily running of the in-house catering provided by Apetito including heating and serving of Apetito meals on a daily basis. Oversee the daily preparation of lunch and supper meals including meals not provided by Apetito on a daily basis. Ensure the residents have a person-centred approach with regards to their meal choices and that their dietary needs are taken into consideration when planning menus. Assist management with the menu planning and ordering process for food deliveries. Keep a clean and tidy work environment to comply with food and hygiene safety regulations. Support residents who wish to volunteer kitchen duties in accordance with their care plans, risk assessments and food safety guidance. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority is to find people who can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. We provide excellent training on everything else, but we do ask that you can: Build relationships and be friendly, compassionate, respectful, patient and empathetic towards others. Basic Food Hygiene knowledge. Willingness to work towards Level 2 if not already obtained. Care for others and support them in challenging times. Perhaps you have done this in your personal life for friends or family. Work calmly and methodically, with organisational, written and verbal skills. Have respect for difference and diversity. Use IT, with a basic knowledge of Word and Outlook. If you feel you would be an ideal candidate but don t have all the essential criteria, we would still like to hear from you. What We Offer: 25 days annual leave pro rata and standard bank and public holidays. Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistant Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients If this Supported Housing Catering Assistant position sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you! Please apply today as this vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 02/02/2026 All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from individuals with a range of neurodivergent thinking styles and from those who might need reasonable adjustments. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Are you a Psychology graduate? Are you hoping to become a qualified Psychologist or Therapist in the future? Are you interested in supporting children with mental health needs? Position: Mental Health Teaching Assistant Location: Oxford Salary: 85 to 95 per day Start Date: Immediate A specialist school in Oxford are looking for a recent graduate to join their team as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant. You will support vulnerable children and teenagers who have been diagnosed with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for an aspiring psychologist to build their experience in mental health support, promoting the opportunity for further study or training in the future. As a Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with children with a range of mental health challenges. These pupils may also present with additional learning difficulties, such as Autism and ADHD, or behavioural challenges. Your role will involve both academic support and emotional guidance. You will also assist them in developing essential skills such as emotional literacy, self-regulation, positive social interactions, and resilience. This role offers a unique opportunity for psychology graduates looking to build relevant experience. Not only will you learn and implement relevant psychological support strategies, such as CBT, behaviour support plans and restorative practices, you will also receive training regarding safeguarding and de-escalation techniques. This will help address the educational, social and therapeutic needs of each student. If you are interested in this position, then apply today with your CV. The school are looking for a resilient, supportive and open-minded graduate who is able to start in January 2025. Aspiring Psychologist, Oxford, Aspiring Psychologist, Oxford, Aspiring Psychologist, Oxford, Aspiring Psychologist

Autism Support Worker - Wantage Are you Interested in helping young children with mental health needs? Passionate about making a difference? Aspirations of working in the education sector? A great opportunity is available for an Autism Support Worker in a lovely school in Wantage. You will be working directly with students who need assistance in the classroom. The school caters for students who have a rage of complex needs. These range from autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and behavioural difficulties. The role is to start ASAP! The role: This a role where no two days are the same and where every day will bring something new. The school requires a positive, enthusiastic and resilient individual to join their team. As a classroom assistant, you would be directly involved in helping children in the classroom with their daily tasks and help maintain a positive and engaging learning environment. You will be required to help the class teacher prepare learning materials and lessons for the day and help keep track of children's progress. This is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, teachers or therapists. Those with an interest in the education sector will also benefit from this valuable experience. Graduates will be considered. The ideal Autim Support Worker: Would have some experience working with SEN children Be patient, nurturing and keen to learn Have excellent communication skills Understand the importance of Safeguarding Bring a fun element to the classroom Key Information: Wantage January Start Mon - Fri role Full time - long term 83 - 100 per day Autism Support Worker If you are interested in this role, you can apply directly to this advert. Autism Support Worker - Wantage - January Start - Complex needs

Mental Health Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant - Oxford Location: Oxford, OxfordshireSalary: £85 - £95 per dayHours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pmStart Date: ASAPAre you a Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology graduate looking to gain experience in mental health and special education?A specialist SEMH school in Oxford is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You'll work alongside therapists, counsellors, and psychologists, gaining invaluable experience for careers in Educational Psychology, Therapy, or SEN Teaching. The Role: Support children 1:1 and in small groups Assist with learning and behaviour plans Work with professionals to provide holistic support Ideal Candidate: Degree in Psychology, Counselling, or similar (or relevant experience)Passionate about mental health and SENResilient, proactive, and adaptable

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Headington An amazing school in Headington are looking for a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join them in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for their students. The role is to start in January. The role is focused on supporting students to manage and process their emotions in healthy ways and ensure that they have access to healthy coping strategies to make use of at school and at home. As a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant, your work will involve focusing and delivering tailored interventions for the students who need it most. You will also play a vital role in supporting students with challenging behaviour in the classroom. You will ensure that they are equipped with the right tools to support them in laying down foundations for good mental health. This opportunity will add amazing experience to your CV and will surely pave the way for aspiring psychologists or those looking to embark on a career in education. Your responsibilities as a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant: Foster trusting and supportive relationships with students, promoting their well-being and resilience Assist with classroom activities, ensuring students are engaged and participating Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents Help model healthy coping strategies and social skills Maintain a safe and positive learning environment Work closely with students to implement individualised support to students with autism Implement individualised therapeutic strategies Support students in developing social communication skills Important Information: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant Headington 85 - 100 per day Full time JanuaryStart Mental health Needs Social and Emotional Needs Training provided If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives with children with social, emotional and mental health needs, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted if you have been short-listed. Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Headington - January Start - Full Time

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Headington An amazing school in Headington are looking for a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to join them in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for their students. The role is to start in January. The role is focused on supporting students to manage and process their emotions in healthy ways and ensure that they have access to healthy coping strategies to make use of at school and at home. As a dedicated Behaviour Teaching Assistant, your work will involve focusing and delivering tailored interventions for the students who need it most. You will also play a vital role in supporting students with challenging behaviour in the classroom. You will ensure that they are equipped with the right tools to support them in laying down foundations for good mental health. This opportunity will add amazing experience to your CV and will surely pave the way for aspiring psychologists or those looking to embark on a career in education. Your responsibilities as a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant: Foster trusting and supportive relationships with students, promoting their well-being and resilience Assist with classroom activities, ensuring students are engaged and participating Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents Help model healthy coping strategies and social skills Maintain a safe and positive learning environment Work closely with students to implement individualised support to students with autism Implement individualised therapeutic strategies Support students in developing social communication skills Important Information: Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant Headington £85 - £100 per day Full time JanuaryStart Mental health Needs Social and Emotional Needs Training provided If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives with children with social, emotional and mental health needs, please apply directly to this advert. You will be contacted if you have been short-listed. Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Headington - January Start - Full Time

Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support A new opportunity for a new position has recently become available in an amazing school in Oxford. This is a fantastic, supportive school who focus on inclusivity and want to ensure that they are providing They cater for students between the ages of 7 and 18, who have all been identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs. The students at this school also have barriers to their learning such as specific learning needs, ADHD ad behavioural needs. They need support to ensure that they are able to access their education and learning in the same way as their mainstream peers. The school are looking for someone who can help with the below: Create a safe, fun and engaging learning environment Encourage students to participate, focus on and engage in their learning Follow their intervention plans while also making use of any restorative practices and therapeutic techniques that have been adopted to ensure a positive experience at school Promote healthy coping strategies and support conflict resolution Support in tracking and relaying feedback to the class teacher and other multi-disciplinary professionals that support the students The ideal mental health support assistant will be someone who is: Passionate Has a positive attitude Is keen to make a difference and support vulnerable students Has a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding when working with vulnerable children Has a genuine passion for supporting learning and mental health needs Hold an enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one If you come from a background of psychology, art, music or sports, you are especially encouraged to apply. However if you are looking at making a difference, please apply! Key Information: Mental Health Assistant Oxford Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs Primary and secondary ages January Start Full Time If you are interested in the role, you can apply directly to this advert! Mental Health Assistant - Oxford - January Start - Full Time

Autism Support Worker - Wantage Are you Interested in helping young children with mental health needs? Passionate about making a difference? Aspirations of working in the education sector? A great opportunity is available for an Autism Support Worker in a lovely school in Wantage. You will be working directly with students who need assistance in the classroom. The school caters for students who have a rage of complex needs. These range from autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and behavioural difficulties. The role is to start ASAP! The role: This a role where no two days are the same and where every day will bring something new. The school requires a positive, enthusiastic and resilient individual to join their team. As a classroom assistant, you would be directly involved in helping children in the classroom with their daily tasks and help maintain a positive and engaging learning environment. You will be required to help the class teacher prepare learning materials and lessons for the day and help keep track of children's progress. This is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, teachers or therapists. Those with an interest in the education sector will also benefit from this valuable experience. Graduates will be considered. The ideal Autim Support Worker: Would have some experience working with SEN children Be patient, nurturing and keen to learn Have excellent communication skills Understand the importance of Safeguarding Bring a fun element to the classroom Key Information: Wantage January Start Mon - Fri role Full time - long term £83 - £100 per day Autism Support Worker If you are interested in this role, you can apply directly to this advert. Autism Support Worker - Wantage - January Start - Complex needs

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Full-time Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent Start: As soon as possible We are seeking a committed and nurturing 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school. The school is well regarded for its caring ethos, strong pastoral support, and personalised approach to learning. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of all pupils, ensuring every child feels valued and supported. Key Responsibilities As a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide dedicated, high-quality one-to-one support for pupils with SEND Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored and engaging learning activities Adapt resources and teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and pupil confidence Monitor, record and report progress to the class teacher Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment About You The ideal candidate will have: A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential) Experience working in a primary school setting Previous one-to-one SEND support experience Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships Excellent organisation and a proactive approach A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupils' welfare Why us? With over 20 years of experience, we are proud to support schools across North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon, and Greater Manchester . Our long-standing partnerships with schools and academies are built on trust, consistency, and high-quality service. We operate from branches in Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth , providing personalised support to teachers and support staff throughout their careers. We are: An approved Crown Commercial Service supplier REC Members and REC Audited in Education , demonstrating the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance All candidates registering with us undergo thorough safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education , including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS (registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain). What You Can Expect: Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies or self-employed arrangements Access to exclusive benefits, including high street discounts, travel offers, gym memberships and more A wellbeing-focused pay portal offering emotional and physical health support A £100 Amazon voucher when you recommend a friend Entry for both you and your referral into a prize draw to win a holiday worth up to £1,000 If you're a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive school community and take the next step in your career!

Job Description Staff Nurse - Pre-Assessment 37.5 Hours Cherwell Hospital The role The Cherwell Hospital is currently looking to recruit an exceptional Pre-Assessment Nurse to provide specialist nursing expertise, facilitating evidence-based patient-cantered care and assessment for a defined caseload of pre-assessment patients. To work both independently and collaboratively with a team of nurses and healthcare assistants, enabling them to co-ordinate patients throughout their pre-assessment pathway, with a high level of input into the management and care of patients prior to admission for specified procedures. To support of all members of staff within the Outpatient department, including students of nursing/visiting healthcare professionals To act as a liaison link with the Multi-disciplinary team and contribute to work involved in the Anesthetic Meeting / Complex MDT meeting - for example - escalating complex patient and help plan their care Uses highly developed communication skills to provide guidance, advice and support to the patient / ward / physio / theatre staff regarding management of their proposed admission and its impact on patient's/carer's life. Whilst communicating complex, sensitive, sometimes distressing information to patient, is able to identify and overcome barriers to patient understanding Establishes partnerships with patients/carers and communicates with them, sometimes in highly distressing or emotional circumstances Act as patients advocate, ensuring that informed consent, privacy and dignity are maintained (NMC) Critically reflect on own performance through supervision/action learning What you'll bring with you Current NMC registration Minimum 6 months paid experience in a Pre-op assessment Nurse role in an NHS/Private Hospital in the past 3 years Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently Flexible and positive attitude A warm, considerate and empathetic character Where you'll be based Oxford Road, Banbury OX16 9FG The Cherwell Hospital Banbury, Outpatients department T he Cherwell Hospital opened in 2006 and provides convenient, effective, high quality treatment for patients on an inpatient and outpatient basis whether medically insured, self-pay or funded by the NHS. Equipped with an onsite Imaging Department offering X-Ray, Ultrasound and MRI and a dedicated Physiotherapy Unit complete with rehabilitation gym, The Cherwell Hospital is perfectly designed for orthopaedic care. Benefits 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period Flexible shift patterns available where possible Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible) Concerts for Carers Employee Assistance Programme Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords The Blue Light Card Scheme About us We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We're part of a global hospital group with over 60 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. If you would like more information please contact We care. It's more than what we do, it's who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.