Mental Health Support Worker - Headington

Mental Health Support Worker - Headington

Are you an advocate for mental health? Do you feel passionate about helping children who struggle with theirs? Then this is the opportunity for you!

Mental Health Support Worker wanted in Headington!

A wonderful school in Headington is looking for a Mental Health Support Worker. The school is seeking an individual who is patient, passionate about education, and looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

The role is to start in the new academic year - September 2024.

What you would do as a Mental Health Support Worker:

The Mental Health Support Worker will primarily support students in the classroom with their mental health. These students have trouble processing and regulating their emotions, stemming from childhood trauma, which causes stress, anxiety, and depression. You will help them to process and regulate their emotions.

You will shadow the class teacher and provide support with general classroom duties. You will also have the opportunity to be surrounded by like-minded individuals and professionals in the education and mental health field.

The successful Mental Health Support Worker:

The successful candidate will need to be open-minded, resilient, confident, and determined to help others. Flexibility and the ability to adapt your role to fit the needs of each child are essential. Previous experience working with children with mental health needs is desirable but not essential. A good attitude is most important, and you must be passionate about making a difference.

This is a great opportunity for the successful Mental Health Assistant to gain valuable and rewarding experience while being exposed to various teaching methods and techniques to help children with their mental health needs. You will also have the chance to shadow other professionals in the field and explore other specialties.

A good platform for aspiring psychologists, therapists, and counselors still busy with their studies or individuals looking to gain experience in the classroom.

Graduates in a related field are encouraged to apply.

You must have eligibility to work in the UK. You must have a DBS or be willing to obtain one.

Key Information regarding the Mental Health Support Worker role:

• Mental Health Support Worker
• Headington
• £80 - £95 per day
• September start
• Full-time or part-time options available
• Long-term

If you are interested in this role, please apply soon. You can apply directly to this advert.