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Mental Health Support Worker - School Settings

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 16.64 - 18.99 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Dorset

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing?

Prospero Teaching is recruiting Mental Health Support Workers to work across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools in Dorset.

You will play a key role in helping pupils manage emotional, social and mental health needs, ensuring they feel supported, safe and ready to learn.

The Role

Providing 1:1 and small‑group emotional wellbeing support
Supporting pupils with anxiety, low mood, trauma or social difficulties
Helping students develop coping strategies and resilience
Working with pastoral, SEN and safeguarding teams
Monitoring pupil progress and wellbeing
Promoting a positive, inclusive school environment 

Who We're Looking For

Experience in mental health, youth work, counselling, SEN or support roles
Calm, patient and empathetic
Confident managing sensitive situations
Ability to build trust and positive relationships
Strong communication and safeguarding awareness
DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) 

What We Offer

Roles across Dorset: Dorchester, Weymouth, Poole, Bournemouth, Sherborne & more
Long‑term and full‑time opportunities
Term‑time only work
Competitive pay
Support, guidance and CPD 

If you want to make a real impact on young people's wellbeing, apply today with your CV

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