Mental Health Support Worker, Blackpool

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker in Blackpool to provide emotional and behavioral support to young people. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEMH needs, employing trauma-informed practices to help students engage and succeed in their education. This role offers a competitive daily rate and the chance to make a real difference in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Full support from an experienced consultant

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Impactful work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting emotional regulation and content engagement.
• Understanding of SEMH and mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Support emotional regulation using trauma-informed approaches.
• Act as a positive role model and trusted adult.
• Monitor and report on students' progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience working with young people with SEMH or mental health needs

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

De-escalation skills

Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker - Alternative Provision

Blackpool | Full-time, 5 days per week | Start ASAP

£90 - £121.89 per day

Join Tradewind Recruitment and make a meaningful impact.

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you thrive in environments where every day presents a new opportunity to change a life?

Tradewind is recruiting a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to join an alternative provision in Blackpool, helping young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to succeed.

The Role

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will play a vital part in supporting teenagers who have faced significant social, emotional, or educational barriers. You'll work alongside a committed pastoral and SEND team to help students regulate, engage, and move forward with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Emotional & Behavioural Support
  • Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions for students with SEMH needs.
  • Use trauma-informed, restorative, and nurturing approaches to support emotional regulation.
  • Help create a calm, safe and consistent learning environment.
• Relationship Building
  • Act as a trusted adult and positive role model for young people.
  • Build strong, professional relationships that encourage resilience, communication, and self-belief.
• Learning & Engagement Support
  • Encourage students to engage with their education and overcome barriers to learning.
  • Work closely with teachers, pastoral leads, and the SENCO to ensure the needs outlined in EHCPs are met.
• Team Collaboration
  • Monitor and report on progress, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.
  • Support staff across the provision to deliver high-quality care and interventions.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or mental health needs.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach to managing challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and de‑escalation skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.

What Tradewind Offers

• Competitive daily pay: £90 - £121.89 per day
• Full support from an experienced consultant
• Ongoing CPD including trauma-informed practice, behaviour management, and safeguarding
• The chance to make a real difference in a highly rewarding setting

Ready to start immediately and help transform young lives?

Apply today and join Tradewind Recruitment as a Mental Health Support Worker in Blackpool. For more information or to apply, contact Christina: (phone number removed) (url removed)