Children and Young People Support Worker - Mental Health

<p>We're looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our team.</p><ul><li>Gain real world experience supporting young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs</li></ul><ul><li>Build practical skills that complement degrees in Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling, Social Work, Criminology, and related fields</li><li>Ideal for mature students seeking a career change into mental health or social care</li><li>Flexible shifts that can work around university timetables or other commitments</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent pay: £15.50-£20 per hour</li><li>Paid mileage for every shift</li><li>Fully funded training, including a £500 TMVA course</li><li>Flexible shift options, including block bookings</li><li>Ongoing training, development, and professional support</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Location: Bishop Auckland</strong></p><p><strong>Shift Patterns: 8am-8pm (Day) 8pm-8am (Night) 8am-11pm + Sleep-in</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Building positive, trusting relationships with young people</li><li>Supporting emotional regulation and mental wellbeing</li><li>Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development</li><li>Supporting daily routines: school runs, appointments, activities, and bedtime</li><li>Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, behaviours, activities, etc.)</li><li>Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns</li><li>Supporting with personal care and household tasks when needed</li><li>Managing challenging behaviour with patience, empathy, and resilience</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude</li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li><li>Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure</li><li>Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports</li><li>Experience in mental health, social care, or youth work (advantageous but not essential)</li><li>Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred but not required)</li><li>A valid DBS (we can support your application)</li><li>A driving licence is a bonus due to varied locations</li></ul><p><strong>What You'll Gain</strong></p><ul><li>A rewarding role where every day makes a difference</li><li>Experience that strengthens your academic studies and future career</li><li>Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement</li><li>Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle or study commitments</li><li>Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth</li></ul><p></p><p>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.</p><p>IND-HSC</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?G0hIdw8wptvUjW2cfLSTdvvYcqOO0ijVq" width="0" height="0" />