Mental Health Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Christchurch seeks a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to assist students facing mental health challenges. The role involves providing individualized support, fostering a caring environment, and collaborating with teachers to enhance educational experiences. Join now to make a meaningful impact in students' lives!

Benefits

Immediate Start

Professional Development Opportunities

Ethical and Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Good understanding of mental health, anxiety, and behaviour.
• Ability to adjust teaching methods for unique student needs.
• Patient and caring attitude for challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support to students with mental health needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging curricula.
• Administer medications according to safety guidelines.

Skills

Understanding of mental health needs

Ability to adjust teaching methods

Patient attitude

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you deeply committed to supporting students facing Mental Health challenges, Anxiety, and Behavioural needs, helping them thrive and grow with confidence?

GSL Education are thrilled to offer a rewarding opportunity for aMental Health Support Workerat a dynamic school inChristchurch,where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while supporting their mental health and well-being.

About the role:

AMental Health Support Workerhelps individuals struggling with mental health issues by offering support and guidance in their daily lives.

Essential Qualities That We Are Looking For:

• Provide personalised support to students with complex mental health, anxiety, and behaviour needs, making sure theirEducation, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)are followed.
• Collaborate with teachers to create an engaging curriculum that addresses mental health and behavioural challenges, including outdoor activities.
• Foster a caring learning environment that supports students’ social, emotional, and mental well-being, focusing on anxiety and behaviour issues.
• Administer medications according to school policies and safety guidelines.
• Provide personal care, such as help with hygiene and bathing, while always respecting the students’ dignity.
• Encourage students to become more independent in their daily activities.
• Assist students in fully participating in classroom activities by using effective communication techniques as guided by the teacher.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• A good understanding of the different needs related to mental health, anxiety, and behaviour.
• The ability to adjust teaching methods to fit the unique needs of each student, especially those dealing with mental health issues.
• A patient and caring attitude when handling challenging behaviour.
• A proactive and open mindset while working as part of a team with different professionals.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
• Immediate Start Option: Begin your rewarding journey immediately.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in a supportive primary school environment.
• Impactful Role: Play a key role in enhancing students' educational experiences and contributing to their overall well-being.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Mental Health Support Worker’ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school inChristchurch!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguardingand child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitmentchecks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, orcompleting 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 in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the‘Mental Health Support Worker’ role, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.