Mental Health Support Worker

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK educational staffing agency is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs in Folkestone. This role is ideal for recent graduates interested in therapy and education, offering hands-on experience, shadowing therapists, and developing skills in behaviour management and child support. The position provides a daily rate of £85–£95, working Monday to Friday during term time, making it perfect for graduates looking to strengthen their career prospects in related fields.

Benefits

On site parking

Hands-on experience in a specialist school

Support from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Recent graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Youth Studies, or related fields are preferred.
• Candidates should have genuine interest in supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and committed individuals are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent child-centred support to pupils.
• Help manage behaviour and develop emotional wellbeing.
• Shadow therapy sessions and learn therapeutic approaches.

Skills

Interest in mental health and SEMH

Communication skills

Reliability

Commitment to learning

Education

Recent graduate in Psychology or related field

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker – Specialist SEMH School, Folkestone

Are you a graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to work in a specialist school environment, alongside trained therapists, counsellors, and psychologists, developing practical skills that will accelerate your career in education, therapy, or child support?

A specialist SEMH school in Folkestone is seeking a motivated Mental Health Support Worker to join their team. In this role, you’ll provide consistent, child‑centred support to pupils, helping them manage behaviour, develop emotional wellbeing, and thrive in a supportive school environment.

Who we’re looking for: Mental Health Support Worker

• Recent graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Youth Studies, or related fields.
• Candidates with a genuine interest in mental health, SEMH, or working with children with complex needs.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and committed individuals who want to learn from experienced therapists and educational specialists.

Why this role is perfect for graduates:

• Gain hands‑on experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• Shadow therapy sessions and learn therapeutic approaches on‑site.
• Build transferable skills in behaviour management, communication, and child‑centred support.
• Strengthen your career prospects in educational psychology, therapy, SEN teaching, or youth support.

Benefits

• £85 – £95 per day, Mon‑Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only.
• You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply – no Visa sponsorship.
• On site parking included.

To be a Mental Health Support Worker – Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a Mental Health Support Worker today!

01227 666 555

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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will have to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.