Emotional And Mental Health Support Worker

Academics Ltd; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education service in Wokingham seeks an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker. The role involves supporting students with mental health challenges, offering 1:1 assistance in a classroom environment. Candidates with a background in sports, art, or relevant fields are preferred. This full-time position offers £85 - £100 per day, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential.
• The role suits someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support and shadow the class teacher, providing 1:1 support for the SEN students.
• Help run engaging lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and safe place for learning.
• Behavioural management may also be required.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable children

Background in sports, art or drama

Resilience and confidence

Education

Graduates in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker

Are you an individual who is passionate about supporting children with their mental health needs? A really rewarding position has become available for an Emotional and Mental Health support worker to work in a school in Wokingham. This is an excellent position to gain valuable experience whilst also making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

These students struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and various other mood disorders. These young people need someone who can facilitate a positive and safe environment for them to learn and grow. As a mental health assistant you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support and shadow the class teacher, whilst providing 1:1 support for the SEN students.
• Help run engaging lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and safe place for learning.
• Behavioural management may also be required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential.
• Those with a background in sports, art or drama will have an advantage. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.
• The role suits someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.

Details

• Role: SEN Mental Health Assistant
• Location: Wokingham
• Start: ASAP
• Type: Full-time, Mon - Fri
• Salary: £85 - £100 per day
• Keywords: SEMH, Autism, Mental Health, Complex needs

Interviews are happening as soon as this week, so get in touch ASAP if you're interested.