OverviewYouth Mental Health Worker

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact and gain valuable experience for your future career? An excellent opportunity has recently become available in a well-respected SEN Autism and other complex learning challenges specialist school in Cheltenham as a Youth Mental Health Worker. Immediate Start • Full-Time • £85-£100 per day • Accessible transport links • Full training provided.

Academics are hiring for a Youth Mental Health Worker to help and support children between the ages of 4 and 16. Each child has a personalised education and health plan, along with tailored intervention strategies designed to support their growth and successes. As a Youth Mental Health Worker, you will play a crucial role in helping them complete their academic tasks, supporting them in dealing, managing their emotions and de-escalating any meltdowns that take place. Additionally, you will assist in teaching functional life skills to promote their confidence and their independence, creating a safe and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

Support children aged 4–16 with their academic tasks within a personalised education and health plan framework.

Assist in emotional regulation, de-escalation of meltdowns, and strategies to manage emotions.

Help teach functional life skills to promote confidence and independence.

Contribute to creating a safe and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

Previous experience and training with children required

Safeguarding training needed

Motivated to make a difference

Caring and positive attitude

If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, please apply with your CV directly to this advert.

SummaryYouth Mental Health Assistant – Cheltenham – Immediate Start – Full Time

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