Exciting Opportunity: Mental Health Support Worker for SEN School in Warrington!
Position: Mental Health Support Worker Location: SEN School, Warrington, Start Date: Immediate
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students with mental health needs.
- Develop and implement individualised support plans to promote students' emotional and mental well-being.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure comprehensive care and support.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where students feel valued and understood.
- Assist in the delivery of therapeutic activities and interventions tailored to each student's needs.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a mental health support role, ideally within an educational setting.
- Understanding of various mental health conditions and effective interventions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support the well-being of children.
- Relevant qualifications or certifications in mental health support or related fields are desirable.
To be considered for this position you will:
- have previous school experience and be familiar with the SIMS system
- Be a committed professional
- Be an organised, enthusiastic proactive person
-Hold a child workforce enhanced DBS certificate which is on the update service, or be willing to apply for a new one (costs refunded back to you when you complete 20 days work)
-have satisfactory references
-have a CV must that covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained;
- Have the legal right to work in the UK.
Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position of a Mental Health Support Worker.
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