Youth Mental Health Support Worker Are you someone who genuinely cares about helping young people feel understood, calm and supported? We’re looking for a warm, patient person to support 16–18-year-old students with autism and learning disabilities in a specialist provision based in the centre of Bath. About the role This is a full-time position, Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am–4:00 pm. It begins in January and becomes permanent after a 16-week settling-in period. Pay is £13.70 per hour. A supportive and inclusive learning environment The college is well known locally for its friendly and inclusive atmosphere, with strong support systems for learners with additional needs. Its most recent Ofsted report praised the quality of provision for students with high needs, highlighting the positive relationships between staff and learners and the respectful, welcoming culture across the campus. The college environment combines busy, vibrant spaces with specialist areas designed to help vulnerable learners feel safe and able to thrive. Why your support matters Students with autism can experience heightened anxiety, especially in a lively college setting where noise, movement and change can feel overwhelming. Exam periods, timetable shifts and social situations can also create pressure. When anxiety builds, young people may find it hard to communicate their worries or frustrations verbally — and this can sometimes be expressed through their behaviour. Your role is to help them feel grounded, listened to and reassured. With patience, consistency and a calm approach, you’ll make a real difference to their confidence, regulation and wellbeing. Who we’re looking for We’re not focused on long lists of past experience. Instead, we want someone who: • Is kind, dependable and motivated by helping others • Can stay calm under pressure and support students through moments of anxiety • Values inclusion, respect and positive relationships • May come from a background such as youth work, care, sports coaching, graduate study or general support work What you’ll do • Provide 1:1 and small-group support • Help young people navigate busy spaces and stressful moments • Encourage independence, emotional regulation and positive communication • Contribute to a nurturing, respectful college culture If you want meaningful work that makes a daily difference, apply today to be considered for this role. INDBRI<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Mochan on 0117 472 2400.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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> James Mochan&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400</strong></strong>