Job Title: Mental Health Support Teacher Location: Bournemouth Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum (MPS/UPS) (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate/September 2025 Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time Make a Difference as a Mental Health Support Teacher in Bournemouth! GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Support Teacher to join a dynamic and supportive school in Bournemouth. If you are passionate about supporting students' mental health and committed to helping young people achieve their best, we would love to hear from you! This is a fantastic opportunity to combine teaching expertise with mental health support, making a real difference in the lives of students within an inclusive educational environment. Role Accountabilities: Deliver tailored lessons and activities focused on mental health, well-being, and emotional resilience. Provide emotional and educational support to students facing mental health challenges. Work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and external agencies to create individual support plans. Develop coping strategies with students to help them manage their mental health within the school setting. Foster a safe, understanding, and inclusive classroom environment. Monitor and track students’ progress both academically and emotionally, providing regular updates. Promote mental health awareness across the school community and encourage a supportive atmosphere. Role Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Experience teaching or supporting students with mental health needs is highly desirable. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach to working with young people. Ability to tailor learning and support to meet individual student needs. An updated CV (covering the last 10 years, with no unexplained gaps). An enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply for one). What Sets Us Apart? Competitive salary that recognises your skills and dedication. Join a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school community. Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Personalised support from your dedicated GSL Education consultant. Make a lasting, positive impact on students' lives and well-being. Your role as a Mental Health Support Teacher will be crucial in helping students develop both emotionally and academically. If you are passionate about supporting mental health in education and want to inspire positive change, apply today! Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. For more information or to register your interest in the Mental Health Support Teacher role in Bournemouth, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will get in touch