School Mental Health Support WorkerinLeicester Forest EastinLeicester Forest EastPUBLISHED TUE 18 MAR 2025
Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people with diverse needs and backgrounds.
Full-time role with the potential for both temporary and permanent positions, providing job stability.
Competitive daily rate of £83.33 - £90, which is attractive for those in the educational support sector.
Work within a supportive team environment, collaborating with teachers and multi-agency teams to create effective learning and care plans.
The role offers valuable experience in handling complex behavioral challenges and developing intervention strategies.
Flexibility for graduates and those with backgrounds in various supportive roles to transition into education, enhancing career prospects in the field of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Possibility for training and development, including pathways to becoming a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor.
Unlock the potential of young minds as a School Mental Health Support Worker in Leicester Forest East with GSL Education. This rewarding full-time position is perfect for compassionate individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of young adults aged 10-19 with special educational needs. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team, creating tailored learning and care plans that help students navigate their unique challenges, including mental health issues, autism, and other complex needs. With shifts available both on a temporary and permanent basis, and daily rates from £83.33 to £90, this role offers flexibility and a chance to grow your skills in a nurturing environment.
We're looking for caring souls with a background in support settings, whether it's in youth services, community work, or residential care. No prior experience within an educational setting is necessary, but a passion for helping young people thrive is crucial. Your ability to support children emotionally, academically, and socially—while setting clear boundaries—will empower them to flourish. If you're ready to embrace a fulfilling role where your support can change lives, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.
We're looking for caring souls with a background in support settings, whether it's in youth services, community work, or residential care. No prior experience within an educational setting is necessary, but a passion for helping young people thrive is crucial. Your ability to support children emotionally, academically, and socially—while setting clear boundaries—will empower them to flourish. If you're ready to embrace a fulfilling role where your support can change lives, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.
Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people with diverse needs and backgrounds.
Full-time role with the potential for both temporary and permanent positions, providing job stability.
Competitive daily rate of £83.33 - £90, which is attractive for those in the educational support sector.
Work within a supportive team environment, collaborating with teachers and multi-agency teams to create effective learning and care plans.
The role offers valuable experience in handling complex behavioral challenges and developing intervention strategies.
Flexibility for graduates and those with backgrounds in various supportive roles to transition into education, enhancing career prospects in the field of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Possibility for training and development, including pathways to becoming a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor.
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Mental Health Support Workers
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Full-Time Role
Temp and Permanent work available
£83.33 - £90 a day
This is an Alternative Schooling Provision which caters for young adults aged 10- 19 with various SEN including Mental Health, Non Verbal, Attachment Disorder, Autism, ADHD, Aggression and those from Broken homes.
Your role will involve supporting the class teacher, Support Staff and multi agency teams devise learning and care plans and to encourage the child/ young person to reach their full potential.
You will be required to set clear boundaries and manage triggers of challenging behaviour whilst supporting the child academically, emotionally and socially.
Children at this school have multiple complex and sensory needs- Support workers looking to be trained as Teaching Assistants/ Cover supervisors are encouraged to apply.
Graduates looking to work with SEN are also encouraged to apply.
The Ideal Candidate
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Mental Health Support Workers
ASAP
Full-Time Role
Temp and Permanent work available
£83.33 - £90 a day
This is an Alternative Schooling Provision which caters for young adults aged 10- 19 with various SEN including Mental Health, Non Verbal, Attachment Disorder, Autism, ADHD, Aggression and those from Broken homes.
Your role will involve supporting the class teacher, Support Staff and multi agency teams devise learning and care plans and to encourage the child/ young person to reach their full potential.
You will be required to set clear boundaries and manage triggers of challenging behaviour whilst supporting the child academically, emotionally and socially.
Children at this school have multiple complex and sensory needs- Support workers looking to be trained as Teaching Assistants/ Cover supervisors are encouraged to apply.
Graduates looking to work with SEN are also encouraged to apply.
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience working within an Education setting is not required, however experience working with young people within a support setting is desired.
- Experience working with Challenging Behaviour within an Education, Secure, Residential or Support Setting
- Would have knowledge and experience writing reports
- The ideal candidate will have a background in either of the following: Challenging SEN Provisions, Youth/ Community/ Social services, Residential Support, Ex Military/
- Ideally Team Teach, Mappa, Nappi or Pillars Trained (Desired but not necessary)
- Would have a Clear Enhanced DBS registered to the update service (we can provide you with details on how to start a new application)
- Will be able to provide a full career history and 2 referees.
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