Mental Health Support Worker

Mental Health Support Worker – Specialist SEMH School, Folkestone

Are you a graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to work in a specialist school environment, alongside trained therapists, counsellors, and psychologists, developing practical skills that will accelerate your career in education, therapy, or child support?

A specialist SEMH school in Folkestone is seeking a motivated Mental Health Support Worker to join their team. In this role, you’ll provide consistent, child‑centred support to pupils, helping them manage behaviour, develop emotional wellbeing, and thrive in a supportive school environment.

• Recent graduates in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Youth Studies, or related fields.
• Candidates with a genuine interest in mental health, SEMH, or working with children with complex needs.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and committed individuals who want to learn from experienced therapists and educational specialists.

• Gain hands‑on experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• Shadow therapy sessions and learn therapeutic approaches on‑site.
• Build transferable skills in behaviour management, communication, and child‑centred support.
• Strengthen your career prospects in educational psychology, therapy, SEN teaching, or youth support.

• £85 – £95 per day, Mon‑Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only.
• You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply – no Visa sponsorship.
• On site parking included.

To be a Mental Health Support Worker – Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd:
Become a Mental Health Support Worker today!

01227 666 555

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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will have to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.