Mental Health Support Worker

Suppleo Recruitment Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker in Bridgend, UK. This full-time position involves supporting students up to Key Stage 5 in a specialized educational setting. The role offers a starting rate of £88 per day, with ongoing support from talented staff. Successful candidates may have the opportunity for permanent placement. Qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and knowledge in safeguarding practices. Enhance your career in a supportive environment!

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Understanding of Child Safeguarding practices.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support students up to Key Stage 5 in a SEN setting.
• Create a positive learning environment.
• Work with talented support staff.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Introduction to Safeguarding

Job description

Introduction
Suppleo Education is an award‑winning education recruitment agency who believe in building relationships on understanding and respect. We pride ourselves on providing an unparalleled quality of service to not only our schools, but our teachers and support staff at all levels across Wales and England.

Job Description
Suppleo Education are proud to be working in partnership with a fantastic SEN School who have an amazing opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to teach students up to Key Stage 5. The successful teacher will have the opportunity to work alongside a range of talented support staff on a journey to inspire and motivate the younger generation. The successful individual may have the opportunity of the role being made permanent if successful during the period required.

Job Specification

Role: Mental Health Support Worker
Rates from: £88/day
Location: Bridgend
Start Date: 05/01/2026
Duration: Ongoing
Full‑time/Part‑time: Full‑time
Hours: 8:30‑3:30

Experience, Training & Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Introduction to Safeguarding - Available FREE via Suppleo Education

Other Requirements

• Right to work in UK
• Two references
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (formerly CRB check) - available via Suppleo Education
• Education Workforce Council

If interested please apply to this job advert. If you have any queries please don't hesitate to call our office and ask for Maddi for further information. In order to apply for this opportunity please apply within.

Job Types: Full‑time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm