Mental Health Support Worker - Wantage

Harmonia Careers; Sparsholt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization located in Wantage is seeking a Mental Health Worker to promote an inclusive environment for students aged 2-19. The successful candidate will provide individual guidance and support, helping to build students' confidence and assist them academically. Ideal for those looking for a career in education or psychology, this role offers a rewarding experience with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Passion and eagerness to make a difference.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.
• Some experience working with children is essential.
• Experience with children with additional needs is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide individualized guidance to students.
• Inspire and motivate students to build confidence.
• Implement strategies that promote academic growth.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Confidence

Experience with children

Understanding of Autism

Understanding of ADHD

Job description

Overview

Come and join our dedicated team in a lovely specialist school in Wantage! They are on the hunt for a Mental Health Worker to make a profound impact on their students. The school is based in Wantage and the position is to start ASAP!

Responsibilities

• As a Mental Health Worker, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment while ensuring that all students receive the individualised guidance they need to thrive in the classroom.
• During your work as a classroom assistant, you will have the opportunity to work with students aged 2-19.
• You will engage with them and help the class teacher deliver tailored support and guidance based on their individual and unique learning requirements.
• Your job will be to inspire and motivate the students while also building on their confidence.
• You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the class teacher and help to implement strategies and interventions that will promote not only their academic growth but also their confidence and ability to overcome challenges.
• While working as a Mental Health Worker, you will benefit from being surrounded by a supportive team of staff and have opportunities to shadow and learn from other experienced professionals.
• An amazing opportunity if you are looking for a stepping stone into a career in education, psychology or as a counsellor or therapist.

Qualifications

• To be successful in the role as a Mental Health Worker, you will need to have a passion and an eagerness to make a difference.
• You will be compassionate and empathetic but also confident.
• Some experience working with children is essential.
• Experience working with children who have additional needs or struggle with a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD or other challenging needs will be at an advantage.
• If you are looking to make a difference, then apply now! This role will surely be rewarding.

Key Information

• Mental Health Worker
• Wantage
• 85 - 100 per day
• Good travel links
• ASAP Start
• Term Time position