Mental Health Worker

GSL Education; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in education is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Worker to support students with emotional and mental health needs in schools. This role involves providing tailored support, implementing behavioural strategies, and fostering a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in mental health support and be empathetic towards young people's wellbeing. Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing guidance from education consultants

Access to training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or mental health challenges.
• Confidence in trauma-informed approaches.
• Commitment to improving student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students struggling with their mental health.
• Implement emotional regulation strategies and behaviour interventions.
• Build trusting relationships that encourage engagement and confidence.
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed learning environment.

Skills

Supporting children with SEMH

Using de-escalation techniques

Empathy and patience

Education

Training in mental health, psychology, or youth work

Job description

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Are you passionate about supporting the emotional and mental wellbeing of young people in education?

GSL Education are currently seeking a compassionate and resilient Mental Health Worker to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a school environment.
You’ll play a crucial role as a Mental Health Worker in building positive relationships, promoting mental wellness, and helping primary and secondary aged students manage their emotions and behaviour in a supportive and structured setting.

Responsibilities as a Mental Health Worker:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students struggling with their mental health.
• Implement emotional regulation strategies and behaviour interventions.
• Build trusting relationships that encourage engagement and confidence.
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed learning environment.
• Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to ensure consistent support.

Requirements for Mental Health Worker:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or mental health challenges.
• Be confident using de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches.
• Be patient, empathetic, and committed to improving student wellbeing.
• Have relevant training in mental health, psychology, or youth work (desirable).
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
• Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps over the last 10 years.

Why work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates tailored to your experience.
• Ongoing guidance from knowledgeable and friendly education consultants.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• A commitment to placing passionate staff in nurturing school environments.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff to schools across the UK.

To apply for this Mental Health Worker role, please click “apply now” and submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch shortly.