Mental Health Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to join their team in Lincoln starting September 2025. The role focuses on supporting students’ mental health and emotional wellbeing within an educational setting, requiring strong interpersonal skills and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary.
• Willingness to apply for enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of tailored wellbeing plans.
• Provide one-on-one interventions for students.
• Monitor student progress and adapt support strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Emotional regulation

Education

Relevant qualifications in mental health

Job description

Do you have a heart for mental health and wellbeing?

If so - join our dedicated team in Lincoln and help support students in reaching their full potential!

About the Role:

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and proactive Mental Health Support Worker (SW) to join our team in Lincoln starting September 2025. In this role, you will support students with mental health and emotional wellbeing needs, helping them overcome challenges and thrive in an inclusive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities of Mental Health Support Worker (SW):

• Support the development and implementation of tailored wellbeing plans.
• Provide one-on-one and small group interventions for students with mental health needs.
• Monitor student progress and adapt support strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and families to ensure a holistic approach.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all students.
• Use creative and engaging methods to support emotional regulation and resilience.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to regular progress reviews.

Requirements of Mental Health Support Worker (SW):

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students and staff.
• A genuine passion for supporting mental health and wellbeing.
• Relevant qualifications or training in mental health, SEN, or education are desirable.

To be considered, you will need:

• The right to work in the UK.
• An up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that 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 supporting staff in schools across the UK.

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