Mental Health Support Worker- Maidenhead

Mental Health Support Worker- Maidenhead

Are you passionate about supporting young individuals and looking for a role where you can make a real difference?

A brilliant SEN School in Maidenhead is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and inspiring Mental Health Support Worker to join their team. This role particularly suits Psychology graduates, aspiring teachers, people with experience working with young people, or anyone looking to start their career in SEN.

Job Responsibilities as a Mental Health Support Worker

• Provide 1:1 emotional and mental health support to students experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, and other emotional difficulties.
• Support small groups through wellbeing activities designed to develop emotional regulation, resilience, confidence, and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support plans and strategies that promote students' mental health and wellbeing.
• Monitor, record, and report students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour, engagement, and progress, maintaining accurate and confidential records.

What we're looking for in a Mental Health Support Worker

• Compassionate and empathetic - able to understand and respond sensitively to students experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
• Patient and supportive - able to provide consistent reassurance and encouragement, particularly when students are experiencing challenging emotions or behaviours.
• Excellent communication skills - able to communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents/carers, and other professionals.
• Emotionally resilient - able to remain calm and professional when supporting students experiencing distress or challenging situations.

Job details

• Job Title : Mental Health Support Worker
• Location : Maidenhead
• Setting : SEN School
• Start Date : ASAP
• Pay : 93- 110 per day
• Hours : Mon-Fri, 8:30am- 3:30pm
• Contract : Full-time

Apply now to this Mental Health Support Worker to make a real difference and help young, vulnerable people fulfil their potential!!!

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