Overview
Youth Mental Health Worker - Slough
ASAP Start - Full-Time Position
Are you passionate about supporting young people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing?
A forward-thinking and inclusive SEMH and SEN school in Slough is seeking a Youth Mental Health Worker to join their dedicated team. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting children and young people aged 8 to 19 with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and behavioural difficulties.
The Youth Mental Health Worker role is ideal for Psychology, Counselling, Education, or Criminology graduates, or anyone with a genuine interest in mental health, child development, or therapeutic education. You will play a key role in supporting students\' emotional regulation, social skills, and academic engagement within a nurturing and structured environment.
Responsibilities
As a Youth Mental Health Worker, you will assist in implementing behaviour and therapeutic strategies and provide 1:1 and small group support to help with emotional regulation and learning. The Youth Mental Health Worker will also involve providing 1:1 and small group support while building trusting relationships that promote confidence and safety.
This Youth Mental Health Worker role in Slough is the perfect stepping stone for those considering careers in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Therapy. You will gain hands-on experience, developing essential skills in safeguarding, behaviour support, and emotional development.
Key Details
* Role: Youth Mental Health Worker
* Location: Slough
* Salary: 89- 100 per day
* Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
* Start Date: ASAP
* Age Group: Children aged 5 to 16
* Ideal for: Psychology, Counselling, Criminology Graduates or aspiring Therapists, Youth Workers, Social Workers, and Teachers
Qualifications / Ideal Background
The role is ideal for Psychology, Counselling, Education, or Criminology graduates, or anyone with a genuine interest in mental health, child development, or therapeutic education.
Closing / How to Apply
If you are resilient, empathetic, and motivated to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, apply now!
To express your interest, apply via this advert or contact Ed at Academics today.
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