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Mental Health Support Worker

Mental Health Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITEDChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
6 days ago
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Job Title : Mental Health Support Worker

Location : Christchurch

Salary : £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)

Start : Immediate

Contract : Full-time, Permanent

Are you deeply committed to supporting students facing Mental Health challenges, Anxiety, and Behavioural needs, helping them thrive and grow with confidence?

GSL Education are thrilled to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker at a dynamic school in Christchurch , 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.

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.

    • To work with GSL Education, 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 an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
  • Immediate Start Option : Begin your rewarding journey immediately.
  • Professional Development : Gain valuable experience in a supportive primary school environment.
  • Impactful Role : Play a key role in enhancing students' educational experiences and contributing to their overall well-being.

    • 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 Christchurch !

    Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguardingand child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitmentchecks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, orcompleting 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 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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