Mental Health support- Classroom based

Axcis Education Recruitment; Oldham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to provide one-on-one and group support to students facing mental health challenges. The role requires experience with SEMH needs and a commitment to student well-being. Responsibilities include using trauma-informed care approaches and collaborating with teaching staff. Applicants should be able to pass an enhanced DBS check. Full-time hours are from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, and the position is based anywhere in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs is essential.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care approaches is important.
• Ability to manage students with ASC who may display challenging behaviors is necessary.
• Classroom-based experience preferred but not essential.
• UK-based experience in education or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to students experiencing mental health issues.
• Utilize a trauma-informed care approach to meet students' needs.
• Implement individual behavior plans and de-escalation techniques.
• Engage with students to build trust and rapport.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff on support strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate students' progress.

Skills

Experience working with young people with SEMH needs

Understanding of trauma-informed care approaches

Ability to manage and support students with ASC who may display challenging behaviors

Reliable and committed to students' well-being

Classroom-based experience

Psychology graduates

UK-based experience in education

Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker – Classroom Based

Location: Anywhere, UK • Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm • Salary: From £89 per day

Contract Type: Temp with DBS on the update service required

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to students experiencing a range of mental health issues, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Utilize a trauma-informed care approach to meet the emotional and educational needs of each student.
• Implement individual behavior plans and de-escalation techniques to support students with ASC who may experience dysregulation.
• Engage with students to build trust and rapport, enabling them to overcome barriers to learning and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure consistency in the application of strategies to support students\' emotional well-being.
• Liaise with parents, guardians, and external agencies when necessary to further the students\' best interests.
• Monitor and evaluate students\' progress, keeping accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times, respecting the sensitive nature of the work.

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care approaches.
• Ability to manage and support students with ASC who may display challenging behaviors.
• Reliable and committed to the well-being and progress of the students.
• Classroom-based experience preferred but not essential.
• Psychology graduates are encouraged to apply.
• UK-based experience in education or a related field is essential.
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check, registered on the update service.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on young people\'s mental health and education, and you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV to James at [e-mail]. Alternatively, call us on 0161 529 9200 for further information.

Join us in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. We look forward to your application!

Notes

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 5002