Children's Mental Health Support Worker

Lead and grow in this rewarding role supporting children and young people, offering flexible hours and competitive pay in West Cumbria. Driving license and car are mandatory.

Our client is a leading provider of mental health support services for children and young people, dedicated to providing high-quality care and empowering vulnerable individuals. They foster a supportive and collaborative environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop their skills.

As a Children's Mental Health Support Worker, you will be instrumental in providing vital support to children and young people facing learning disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges. You will deliver daily care, offer respite for families, and design engaging activities that foster well-being and development. You will be making a real difference in the lives of those you support.

• Delivering high-quality, person-centered care to children and young people.
• Providing emotional and practical support to families.
• Developing and implementing engaging activities that promote well-being and development.
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Openness to travel within West Cumbria.

• Minimum of 6 months' recent UK experience working with children and/or adults in a mental health setting or care home.
• A valid UK driving license and access to your own car.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the update service.
• Experience with children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• BILD certified PMVA Course and Classroom Mandatory Training (or willingness to obtain).
• Flexibility to work long day shifts (12 hours).

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas. If you do not meet all the above requirements, please do not apply.

If you'd like to find out more about Agency Shifts, Please contact Sumaira Khan in the Randstad Care team on (phone number removed) or email

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.