At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with social, emotional, and mental health challenges in schools.
- Company: Vision for Education, a leading education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, free training, pension contributions, and ongoing support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and supporting every student.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children or vulnerable adults is essential.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Immediate start to support young people and children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties across various schools in Kent.
About the role
This is a role to support young people and children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties within Primary and Secondary schools. We are ideally looking for candidates with full-time availability Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Mental Health Support Worker you will:
- Be enthusiastic and have the ability to build a rapport with students.
- Be resilient, flexible and able to think fast on your feet to adapt to challenging situations.
- Have relevant experience within the last 2 years that we can gain professional, performance-based references within an Education setting.
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Relevant experience in the past few years working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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 on 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. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Vision for Education offer
- 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 training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Nolawi Ghebre or email.
Mental Health Support Worker in Kent employer: Vision for Education - Kent
Vision for Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to the growth and well-being of both its staff and the young people they support. With a strong commitment to professional development, including free training opportunities and a supportive work culture, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties across Kent. The company also offers competitive pay, a guaranteed pay scheme, and a dedicated consultant for ongoing support, making it an attractive choice for those seeking a rewarding career in education.
Contact Details:
Vision for Education - Kent Recruitment Team
