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Mental Health Support worker - Swindon
An exciting opportunity has just opened up in a wonderful specialist school we are currently working with. This school is looking for a reliable Mental Health Support Worker to join their friendly and inclusive team ASAP on a full-time basis. The staff here are dedicated to ensuring their students develop into confident and capable individuals.
The students here are aged between 111 and 16 and struggle with various Mental Health issues, so not only would a Mental Health Support worker have a profound positive impact, but would also find the role incredibly meaningful and rewarding.
Key information for a Mental Health Support Worker:
- ASAP start
- 85-100 a day (depending on experience)
- Based in Swindon
- Full-time (08:30-15:00 term time only)
Responsibilities of a Mental Health Support Worker:
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment
- Support and encourage emotional awareness
- Develop and implement individual support plans in collaboration with educational staff
- Work with students on a 1 to 1 or group basis
- Working in a team of like-minded individuals to facilitate the emotional development of students
A Mental Health Support Worker role is perfect for you if:
- You have a bubbly and outgoing personality
- You are genuinely passionate about supporting the development of young people who struggle with mental health issues
- You are interested in pursuing a career in education, counselling or psychology
- You have a grade C/level 4 GCSE in Maths and English
- You have previous experience working with young people (ideal but not essential)
If this sounds like you, don't hesitate and apply to be a Mental Health Support Worker today!
Academics is a trusted and reliable recruitment agency that has extensive experience placing Mental Health Support Workers in supportive and forward-thinking schools
