Aspiring Probation Officer

Academics Ltd; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an Aspiring Probation Officer to support children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role involves providing assistance and supervision during school hours, working with individual learners or small groups, and fostering social skills development. The position offers flexibility with full-time and part-time roles available, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. If you're passionate about education and want to contribute to a supportive learning environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise children's behaviour during school hours.
• Encourage social skills and support individual learning needs.
• Maintain progress records and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Social Skills Development

Support for Learning

Motivational Support

Education

Relevant experience in education or support roles

Qualifications in Youth Work or Education

Job description

Aspiring Probation Officer - SEN - SEMH - Dorking - Education and Training

Company: Academics - Aspiring Probation Officer

Job Type: Long term agency contract: 85-100 per day

Sector: Education and Training

The School: The school is based near Dorking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour. The school also provides therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times.

What is involved:

• Providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class
• Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students' individual needs
• Helping to build confidence and motivation
• Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
• Maintaining progress records
• Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding

Summary:

• Youth Criminal Justice, Learning Mentor, Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant
• 88 to 105 daily rate (5-day week - 8.30am to 4.00pm)
• Special needs schools and mainstream settings with specialist provision - mental health, trauma, SEN
• Full time and part time roles, flexible working hours and short and long term contracts
• May 25 starts depending on your availability
• Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason for more details.