Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Worker

Job description

We're working with supportive SEND and SEMH schools looking for Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Workers who can bring calm, consistency, and real understanding to pupils who need it most.

This role is all about connection. You'll be helping pupils manage emotions, build trust, and feel safe enough to learn, often for the first time in a while.

What we're looking for:

A calm, patient approach, you're the steady presence in the room

Confidence managing challenging behaviour and de‐escalation

A genuine interest in mental health and wellbeing

Backgrounds in youth work, care, psychology, or coaching are ideal

What you'll be doing:

Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups

Helping children regulate emotions and develop coping strategies

Managing behaviour with a calm, trauma‐informed approach

Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils

Supporting routines that create safety and structure

Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals

What you get:

A role where every day makes a real difference

Support from a consultant who understands these settings

FREE CPD, including SEND and Thrive training

Opportunities in schools that truly value emotional support roles

This isn't always easy work.

Your impact lasts far beyond the classroom.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

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