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Looking for a Mental Health Support Worker in Blandford!
Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Blandford
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time / part-time
Start: Immediately
Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting students with diverse needs, particularly in the areas of Mental Health, Anxiety, and Behaviour?
GSL Education Bournemouth Branch are thrilled to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker at a dynamic school in Blandford, 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 Blandford. 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.
Why Choose GSL Education:
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
- Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
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 support staff in schools throughout Blandford.
For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Mental Health Support Worker’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and our dedicated consultant, Elliot Dawson, will be in touch.