Children and Young People Support Worker - Mental Health

Job description

We're looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our team.

• Gain real world experience supporting young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs

• Build practical skills that complement degrees in Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling, Social Work, Criminology, and related fields
• Ideal for mature students seeking a career change into mental health or social care
• Flexible shifts that can work around university timetables or other commitments

What We Offer

• Excellent pay: £15.50-£20 per hour
• Paid mileage for every shift
• Fully funded training, including a £500 TMVA course
• Flexible shift options, including block bookings
• Ongoing training, development, and professional support

Location: Durham

Shift Patterns: 8am-8pm (Day) 8pm-8am (Night) 8am-11pm + Sleep-in

About the Role

As a Mental Health Residential Support Worker, you'll support children and young people living in residential hope who may be experiencing trauma, emotional distress, or mental health challenges. Working within a minimum 2:1 staffing ratio, you'll help create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can grow and recover.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Supporting emotional regulation and mental wellbeing
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development
• Supporting daily routines: school runs, appointments, activities, and bedtime
• Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, behaviours, activities, etc.)
• Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
• Supporting with personal care and household tasks when needed
• Managing challenging behaviour with patience, empathy, and resilience

What We're Looking For

• A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
• Experience in mental health, social care, or youth work (advantageous but not essential)
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred but not required)
• A valid DBS (we can support your application)
• A driving licence is a bonus due to varied locations

What You'll Gain

• A rewarding role where every day makes a difference
• Experience that strengthens your academic studies and future career
• Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle or study commitments
• Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth

If you're ready to support young people's mental health and want a role that's both challenging and deeply rewarding, we'd love to hear from you.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Durham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £15.00 and £20.00 Per Hour

Published at

10-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English