Mental Health Support Worker

Axcis Education; Stroud; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education in Stroud is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to provide 1-1 and classroom support for students with SEMH needs. You will help facilitate learning, personal growth and emotional resilience as part of a supportive team.

The role is full-time, temporary with view to permanent, with hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Salary £14.25–£16.00 per hour, with DBS checks and UK eligibility expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with SEND/SEMH.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient approach to promoting dignity and independence.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in challenging situations.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1-1 support to individuals with SEMH needs.
• Offer general classroom support and help maintain a supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and parents to implement individual care plans/EHCPs.
• Promote mental well-being and encourage self-esteem and independence.
• Monitor and report on progress, maintain records and contribute to reviews.
• Assist with development and use of resources to support learning and development.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Excellent communication

Compassionate and patient

Calm under pressure

UK work eligibility and DBS checks

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Stroud, GL5
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary with the view to become permanent

The Role

The Mental Health Support Worker will play a crucial role in providing 1-1 and general classroom support to individuals with SEMH needs. Your aim will be to facilitate their learning, personal growth and emotional resilience and alongside a great team, you will be nurturing students learning, providing academic and pastoral support where needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1-1 support to individuals with SEMH needs, adapting your approach to meet their unique needs and goals.
• Offer general classroom support, assisting with the creation and maintenance of a supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and parents to implement individual care plans/EHCPs.
• Promote the mental well-being of students by providing empathetic support and encouraging self-esteem and independence.
• Monitor and report on the progress of individuals, maintaining accurate records and contributing to reviews and assessments.
• Assist with the development and use of appropriate resources and materials to support learning and development.

Requirements

• Experience in supporting individuals with SEND/SEMH.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to build rapport with students, staff.
• A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to promoting dignity and independence.
• The ability to remain calm and focused in challenging situations.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Why Work with Axcis?

• Contribute to a meaningful cause by significantly improving the quality of life and education for individuals with SEMH needs.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that fosters personal and professional growth.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and expertise.

Additional Information

• Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm.
• Roles: Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
• Pay: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
• This role is initially temporary with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

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.

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. As such, 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 (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Contact

Contact: Suzie Sage

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 2006