Mental Health Youth Support Worker Durham | Full Time £440–£500 per week (depending on experience and/or qualifications) February 2026 Start – Long Term Role The School and Role We are recruiting a compassionate and committed Mental Health Youth Support Worker to join a Good-rated SEND school in Durham from February 2026. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You will be supporting students of all ages with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism (ASC). All pupils are supported with an EHCP, and class sizes are small, allowing you to build strong, trusting relationships and provide consistent, personalised support. Many students have experienced barriers to learning or previous disengagement from education. The school’s ethos focuses on understanding behaviour, building emotional regulation, promoting independence, and developing positive social skills, helping pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to progress. You will work within a structured, nurturing environment alongside an experienced and supportive team that places strong value on collaboration and staff wellbeing. Requirements The ideal Mental Health Youth Support Worker will have: Experience working with children or young people of any age Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, and/or SEND A strong commitment to helping young people make progress The ability to work effectively as part of a team Confidence in managing fast-paced and challenging situations What We Offer As part of our team, you will benefit from: Competitive Pay – £440–£500 per week, paid weekly via PAYE Work–Life Balance – No planning or marking outside school hours Long-Term Stability – Ongoing role with potential for permanency Ongoing CPD – Access to regular training and professional development Career Development – Opportunities to build experience within SEND Dedicated Support – 24/7 guidance from your own personal consultant About Us We are a market-leading education supply agency, committed to supporting young people and schools across the UK. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality education professionals. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply If you are a Mental Health Youth Support Worker ready to make a difference in a Good-rated SEND school in Durham, we would love to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or call for more information. visionsupport