Mental Health Support Worker

1 week ago

Southampton, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

Looking for a Mental Health Support Worker in Southampton

Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Southampton
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time / part-time
Start: Immediately

Do you have a heartfelt dedication to making a difference in students' lives, especially those navigating Mental Health challenges, Anxiety, and Behavioural needs?

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

About the role:
A Mental Health Support Worker helps individuals struggling with mental health issues by offering support and guidance in their daily lives. They assist clients in developing coping skills and strategies to improve their well-being and handle challenges more effectively.

Essential Qualities That We Are Looking For:

  • Provide personalised support to students with complex mental health, anxiety, and behaviour needs, making sure their Education, 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.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with diverse needs, and possess the qualities mentioned above, we invite you to apply as a Mental Health Support Worker in Southampton. To apply, please send your CV now

To work with GSL Education as Mental Health Support Worker, ‘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 a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: Earn between £76.92 - £95.68 per day, depending on experience.
  • Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
  • Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication.
  • Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement.

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 in Southampton

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

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.

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