Mental Health Support Worker

Mental Health Support Worker

Location: Dibden Purlieu

Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day

Start Date: ASAP/ September

GSL Education is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to join a highly supportive school in Dibden Purlieu for the academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals aspiring to become teachers or have previous experience supporting students with SEND or mental health needs. You''ll be working closely with pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis, helping to nurture emotional wellbeing and provide tailored support within a compassionate school environment. The pupils have many needs, including Social, Emotional, Mental Health, Autism and behavioural difficulties. 

As a Mental Health Support Worker you will be part of a team of workers under the direction of the Class teachers, Specialist and SENCOs. You will be expected to work effectively with both teaching and support staff at all levels, as well as with parents/carers and students.

The school based in Dibden Purlieu has a forward-thinking SEN department with excellent facilities and is led by a supportive SENCO. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and friendly team. Close to an overline and an underground station, making it very accessible.

Key Responsibilities of a Mental Health Support Worker:

• To support students who struggle with their class work
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
• To provide support to the class teacher
• To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
• To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
• To encourage children to do their best
• Help manage classroom behaviour
• Listen to the children read and practice their phonics

Qualifications & Skills required for Mental Health Support Worker:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
• Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
• A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies. 

To work with GSL Education as an Mental Health Support Worker, you should: 

• Have the right to work in the UK. 

• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years. 

• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education 

 
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.  

Please be advised that this Mental Health Support Worker role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. 

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Mental Health Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.