Mental Health Support
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 29 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 29 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | B44 8SF |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Fastispeed Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Job Title: Mental Health Support
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mental Health Support staff member to provide early support for students experiencing emotional or mental health challenges. The role involves working closely with students, staff, and families to promote wellbeing, identify concerns, and ensure appropriate support and referrals are in place.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small group mental health support for students
Identify early signs of emotional distress, anxiety, or disengagement
Support students with coping strategies, emotional regulation, and resilience
Work with the Wellbeing Lead and safeguarding team to support vulnerable students
Assist in developing and implementing individual support plans
Promote positive mental health and wellbeing across the provision
Support staff in responding to student mental health concerns
Liaise with parents/carers regarding student wellbeing where appropriate
Refer students to external services when additional support is required
Maintain accurate and confidential records of support provided
Contribute to wellbeing activities and mental health awareness sessions
Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
Essential Criteria
Experience supporting children or young people
Understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing needs
Ability to build positive relationships with students
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
Good organisational and record-keeping skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable Criteria
Experience in a mental health, pastoral, or support role
Knowledge of supporting students with anxiety, SEMH, or behavioural needs
Experience working with SEN students
Understanding of safeguarding and referral processes
Experience working with parents and external services
Safeguarding Statement
This role involves working closely with children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mental Health Support staff member to provide early support for students experiencing emotional or mental health challenges. The role involves working closely with students, staff, and families to promote wellbeing, identify concerns, and ensure appropriate support and referrals are in place.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small group mental health support for students
Identify early signs of emotional distress, anxiety, or disengagement
Support students with coping strategies, emotional regulation, and resilience
Work with the Wellbeing Lead and safeguarding team to support vulnerable students
Assist in developing and implementing individual support plans
Promote positive mental health and wellbeing across the provision
Support staff in responding to student mental health concerns
Liaise with parents/carers regarding student wellbeing where appropriate
Refer students to external services when additional support is required
Maintain accurate and confidential records of support provided
Contribute to wellbeing activities and mental health awareness sessions
Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
Essential Criteria
Experience supporting children or young people
Understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing needs
Ability to build positive relationships with students
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
Good organisational and record-keeping skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable Criteria
Experience in a mental health, pastoral, or support role
Knowledge of supporting students with anxiety, SEMH, or behavioural needs
Experience working with SEN students
Understanding of safeguarding and referral processes
Experience working with parents and external services
Safeguarding Statement
This role involves working closely with children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.