Mental Health Support Worker – SEND School – Runcorn (Halton Area) Full-Time | September Start | School-Based | We are recruiting full-time Mental Health Support Workers / Teaching Assistants to join a large and well-respected SEND school in Runcorn, starting this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a specialist educational setting, supporting pupils with a range of social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) needs and additional learning difficulties. What the Role Involves: Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs Helping students manage emotions, develop coping strategies, and engage in learning Supporting behaviour regulation and creating a calm, safe classroom environment Working alongside experienced staff, including teachers, therapists, and pastoral leads Promoting student well-being and encouraging positive, supportive relationships No Experience? That’s Absolutely Fine. We welcome applications from people with personal or professional experience in any of the following areas: Youth work or mentoring Mental health or wellbeing support Learning disabilities or care Emergency services or residential settings Your empathy, patience, and resilience are more important than formal qualifications. Full training and on-site support will be provided. What We’re Looking For: A genuine passion for supporting children with additional and complex needs Patience, reliability, and a calm, caring nature Ability to stay positive and adaptable during challenging situations Commitment to working full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm) Pay rates starting from £13.50 per hour Willingness to work in a dynamic, team-focused SEND environment Additional Information: A child-only or child-and-adult Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required (or willingness to apply – we’ll support you through it) This is a September start, with potential for ongoing or long-term roles for the right candidates Ideal for anyone looking to start a career in education, SEN support, or mental health services Ready to take your first step into a meaningful support role in education? Apply today to join a compassionate, skilled team and start making a real impact in the lives of young people in Runcorn. INDLIV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Hannah Smith on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3026.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Hannah Smith&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3026</strong></strong>