Job description
Mental Health Support Worker
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £90–£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible
A supportive and inclusive school in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to join their team. This Mental Health Support Worker role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing, promoting resilience, and helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
The successful Mental Health Support Worker will work closely with pupils who may require additional emotional support, helping them regulate behaviour, engage positively in school life, and build confidence. This Mental Health Support Worker opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a nurturing educational environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Mental Health Support Worker Role:
- Providing emotional wellbeing support to pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and positive coping strategies
- Building trusted relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Assisting with behaviour support and engagement in learning
- Monitoring wellbeing, attendance, and pastoral needs
- Promoting a safe, calm, and inclusive school environment
The Ideal Mental Health Support Worker Will:
- Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
- Demonstrate empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills
- Be confident supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs
- Have a calm and proactive approach to behaviour support
- Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
- Have a fully checkable work history
This Mental Health Support Worker role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
To apply for this Mental Health Support Worker role in Newcastle upon Tyne, please submit your up-to-date CV and a consultant will be in touch.
Referral Bonus:
We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants