Job Description

Mental Health Support Worker - SEMH School

Location: Blackpool
Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £90 - £121.89 per day

Make a meaningful impact with Tradewind Recruitment.

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Do you thrive in a role where every day brings a new opportunity to positively change a young person's life?

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH school in Blackpool, supporting students who require additional emotional, social, and behavioural guidance to succeed.

About the Role

You will work closely with teenagers who have experienced significant challenges, becoming a key part of a supportive pastoral and SEND team. Your role will focus on helping students regulate emotions, re-engage with learning, and build confidence for the future.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting Emotional Wellbeing

  • Delivering tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions

  • Using trauma-informed and nurturing approaches

  • Helping maintain a calm, safe, and consistent learning environment

Building Positive Relationships

  • Acting as a trusted adult and positive role model

  • Developing strong, professional relationships that promote resilience and positive communication

Encouraging Learning & Engagement

  • Supporting students to overcome barriers to learning

  • Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and the SENCO to meet EHCP needs

Working as Part of a Team

  • Monitoring and recording progress, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing

  • Collaborating with colleagues to provide high-quality, consistent support

What We're Looking For

  • Experience supporting young people with SEMH or mental health needs

  • A calm, patient, and resilient approach

  • Strong communication and de-escalation skills

  • A genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people succeed

What You'll Receive

  • Competitive daily pay: £90 - £121.89 per day

  • Ongoing support from an experienced Tradewind consultant

  • Access to CPD, including trauma-informed practice, behaviour management, and safeguarding

  • A highly rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment as a Mental Health Support Worker in Blackpool.

Contact Christina for more information or to apply:
01772 977333 or email christina.grindy@twrecruitment.com