SEMH Behaviour & Mental Health Support Worker

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Corby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Full-time opportunities

Permanent pathways

Dedicated consultant

SEN/SEMH access

CPD & development

National College access

Ongoing support

Career progression

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking SEMH Behaviour & Mental Health Support Workers in Corby to support students within specialist schools. You will work one-to-one or in small groups to help students manage emotions, behaviour and engagement with learning.

The role involves supporting students with SEMH needs, trauma-related behaviours and autism/ADHD, collaborating with teachers and safeguarding practices. Multiple vacancies are available in Corby and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting individuals with SEMH or mental health needs.
• Experience with behavioural support strategies and crisis de-escalation.
• Ability to build trust with students and support engagement in education.
• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to SEMH students.
• Support students dealing with anxiety and trauma-related difficulties.
• Implement individual behaviour support plans with teachers and pastoral staff.
• Help students access classroom learning and participate in activities.
• Maintain safeguarding and promote welfare of young people.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour support

De-escalation

Classroom support

Communication

Job description

SEMH Behaviour & Mental Health Support Worker - Multiple Vacancies in Corby

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire

Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential Permanent Opportunities

Salary: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience

Recruitment Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

What Does the Role Involve?

Working within a specialist school, you will play a key role in supporting students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour and engagement with education.

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Supporting young people who experience anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviour.
• Building strong, positive relationships with students who may struggle to trust adults or engage with education.
• Recognising triggers and using appropriate de-escalation strategies to support students during difficult situations.
• Helping young people develop emotional regulation skills, resilience and positive coping strategies.
• Supporting students to access classroom learning and participate in educational activities.
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual behaviour support plans.
• Supporting students with additional needs, including autism, ADHD and associated learning difficulties.
• Encouraging positive communication, social interaction and healthy relationships.
• Providing reassurance, guidance and consistent boundaries throughout the school day.
• Helping students develop confidence, independence and a sense of achievement.
• Monitoring student progress, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Following safeguarding policies and promoting the welfare of vulnerable young people.

What Experience Are We Looking For?

We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have hands-on experience supporting individuals with mental health difficulties, emotional needs or behaviours that challenge.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals with SEMH, mental health or behavioural needs.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of how trauma and emotional difficulties can affect behaviour.
• Be confident responding to challenging situations in a calm, professional and supportive manner.
• Have experience using positive behaviour management or de-escalation strategies.
• Understand the importance of building trust, maintaining boundaries and providing consistency.
• Be patient, resilient, empathetic and emotionally aware.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be confident working collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting young people's wellbeing.
• Have a genuine passion for helping students who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education.
• Previous experience working in a school is desirable but not essential. Relevant experience supporting vulnerable people in other settings will also be considered.

We Are Particularly Interested in Candidates From the Following Backgrounds:

• SEMH Teaching Assistants - with experience supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Mental Health Support Workers - experienced in supporting individuals with emotional or psychological difficulties.
• Children's Residential Support Workers - confident supporting young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
• Behaviour Mentors - experienced in positive behaviour management, intervention and de-escalation.
• Youth Workers - with experience mentoring and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Therapeutic Support Workers - familiar with trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches.
• SEN Teaching Assistants - experienced in supporting autism, ADHD and associated emotional or behavioural needs.
• Psychology Graduates - with relevant practical experience supporting mental health, behaviour or additional needs.
• Pastoral Support Workers - experienced in student wellbeing, emotional support and safeguarding.

Why Consider a Career in SEMH Education?

Working with young people who have experienced emotional and behavioural challenges can be demanding, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.

You may be supporting a student who struggles to manage their emotions, helping someone rebuild their confidence or encouraging a young person to engage with education after a difficult experience.

Sometimes the smallest achievements can make the biggest difference.

This is an opportunity to use your existing skills and experience in an environment where your support can have a genuine, lasting impact.

With multiple vacancies available, we are keen to speak with individuals who are ready to commit to a rewarding, long-term opportunity.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

At Tradewind Recruitment, we work closely with schools across Northamptonshire to connect passionate education professionals with rewarding opportunities.

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, dependent on experience.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities.
• Potential pathways into permanent employment.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout the process.
• Access to specialist SEN and SEMH schools across Corby and surrounding areas.
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Free access to The National College after your first day worked.
• Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to develop your career within specialist education.

Compliance & Safeguarding

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant employment checks.