Mental Health Support Worker

LOCATION Stockport CONTRACT TYPE Full-time/Part-time CONTRACT TERMS Long-term SALARY £350 - £400 per week APPLY BY ASAP JOB START September 2022 Do you have experience working in Mental Health? Are you looking for a role where you can support vulnerable young people? Vision for Education are looking for a Mental Health Support Worker to work in a school in Stockport supporting young people and children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The role As a mental health support worker, you will be based inside the classroom supporting students within education You will be responsible for supporting their educational, social, and emotional development You may be required to support within the whole class, small groups or on a 1:1 basis You will need to be someone who is patient, caring and adaptable to each young person you will support The school The school prides itself as being part of a supportive Trust of schools that takes a on a child-centred learning approach All staff work to inspire, motivate, and challenge each pupil no matter what their induvial needs may be Class sizes are small to ensure the needs of each pupil are met There are opportunities for the role to become permanent with the school after a qualifying period Requirements Have a caring, supportive and nurturing personality Have experience of working with those with social, emotional, or mental health needs Be willing to work in the Stockport area Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for the Mental Health Support Worker position are: Have relevant experience of working with children and young people Vision for Education is committed to Safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check that must be registered to the Update Service. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What Vision for Education offer As a Mental Health Support Worker and valued employee of Vision for Education you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. How to apply If you are a Mental Health Support Worker based in Stockport who can enthuse, motivate, and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our SEN team on (phone number removed). Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.