Mental Health Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Searching for a Mental Health Support Worker in Poole!

Job Title:Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Poole
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time / part-time
Start: Immediately

Are you driven to make a real impact in mental health support? GSL Education are actively seeking aMental Health Support Workerto join a compassionate team inPoole. This role offers a rewarding chance to provide meaningful assistance to individuals who need it most.

About the Role:
As aMental Health Support Worker, you will work directly with students experiencing mental health challenges, helping them navigate daily tasks, manage emotional struggles, and build resilience. You will be a key part of creating a supportive, positive environment where students feel valued and empowered.

Responsibilities:

• Offer compassionate assistance to students with mental health challenges, ensuring they feel safe and supported.
• Create and apply personalised care strategies in collaboration with mental health professionals.
• Actively listen to students' concerns, offering guidance and validation.
• Work with teachers, mental health staff, and families to create a comprehensive support network for each student.
• Help students build skills to manage stress, anxiety, and other challenges effectively.
• Foster an inclusive and positive atmosphere where students feel valued and comfortable reaching out for help.
• Regularly assess students' progress, adapting strategies as needed to meet their evolving needs.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as aMental Health Support Workeror similar role is highly beneficial.
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting mental health.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant qualifications inmental health supportor related fields are desirable but not essential.

To work with GSL Education, you will need:

• 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 Updated Service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
• Competitive Pay: Earn £76.92 - £95.68 per day, based on experience.
• Flexible Working Hours: Full-time position with part-time options available.
• Immediate Start Option: Begin your rewarding journey immediately.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in a supportive primary school environment.
• Impactful Role: Play a key role in enhancing students' educational experiences and contributing to their overall well-being.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Mental Health Support Worker’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Poole!

Please be advised that this role requires a 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. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Mental Health Support Worker’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.