Mental Health Youth Worker - Swindon
Full Time - FEBRUARY START
Do you want to have a positive impact on young people's mental well-being?
Are you looking for a fulfilling role supporting young people facing social and emotional challenges?
A fantastic SEN school based in Swindon has an opportunity for a recent graduate to join their team as a Mental Health Youth Worker and kick-start their career. The school is dedicated to providing a safe environment for children with social, emotional, and mental health needs to access education and learn independence. The Mental Health Youth Worker role will consist of providing consistent support and encouragement to children on a 1-1 basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in helping these children achieve their potential, coaching them through self-regulation techniques, healthy coping mechanisms, and identifying triggers in advance.
This position would be highly beneficial to a graduate wanting to follow a career in psychology or criminology due to the frontline experience supporting young people from diverse backgrounds, many suffering developmental trauma relating to neglect or mistreatment. This position provides graduates with an opportunity to see where their career could lead due to interaction with on-site psychologists, safeguarding officers, occupational therapists, and other professionals. The Mental Health Youth Worker will be responsible for acting as a role model to the students and giving them guidance regarding educational and non-academic challenges.
Salary: £80-£95 daily wage
Location: Swindon
Start Date: February 2025
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 3:30
If you want to help vulnerable young people reach their full potential, please apply for this role today.
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