Mental Health Support Worker

Mental Health Support Worker focuses on providing one-to-one and group support to children and young people.

What the role involves

• Providing one-to-one and group support to children and young people.
• Supporting daily routines, including bedtime, personal care, and activities.
• Helping young people manage their emotions and behaviours effectively.
• Recording and reporting on the progress and well-being of the children.
• A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Experience working in residential care, mental health, or a similar field (preferred but not essential).

Skills and requirements

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
• Undergo a thorough vetting process, including references and a DBS check.

Confirmed role details

• Do you have the resilience, compassion, and dedication needed to support children with mental health needs in a residential setting?
• Work as part of a dynamic team to promote positive outcomes and help the young people develop essential life skills.

Candidate fit

• patience, respectful communication, safeguarding awareness, and steady support habits