Alternative Provisions Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Taunton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A recognized education provider in Taunton, UK, is seeking a passionate SEN Support Worker to support students with SEMH needs. This role involves delivering engaging outdoor learning sessions and helping students build emotional resilience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to create engaging learning experiences. This position offers competitive pay rates along with opportunities for training and personal development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Full training and ongoing CPD

Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives

Team Teach Training

Qualifications

• Experience leading outdoor and alternative learning activities.
• Understanding of relational and trauma-informed practice.
• First Aid training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs to engage in learning.
• Deliver small-group outdoor learning sessions.
• Assist with alternative education pathways.

Skills

Experience working with young people with SEMH needs

Strong communication skills

Calm, solution-focused approach

Ability to lead engaging outdoor learning activities

Education

Forest School qualification

Job description

SEN Support Worker (SEMH - Outdoor & Alternative Provision)

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Contract: Full-time / Permanent

Pay: £14.66 per hour PAYE or £16.14 per hour Umbrella

About the Role

• Support students with SEMH needs to engage in learning and build emotional resilience.
• Deliver small‑group outdoor learning sessions, including gardening, horticulture, and Forest School activities.
• Lead enterprise projects such as plant sales and crafts, helping students develop real‑world skills.
• Assist with alternative education pathways and accredited learning (AQA Unit Award Scheme).
• Use trauma‑informed strategies to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Ability to lead engaging outdoor and alternative learning activities.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, solution‑focused approach.
• Understanding of relational and trauma‑informed practice.
• Desirable: Forest School qualification, experience with UAS, First Aid training.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates.
• Full training and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.
• Team Teach Training.

Apply today to join a supportive team and help shape positive futures!