Aspiring Probation Officer - Wokingham

Pertemps Education Network; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network in Wokingham is seeking an Aspiring Probation Officer to support pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist school. The role focuses on trauma-informed approaches, restorative practices, and helping students engage with learning in a supportive environment.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm, during term-time (39 weeks), with a start date ASAP. The position offers a full-time contract and daily pay in the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust quickly.
• Calm, patient, and resilient, especially in high-pressure situations.
• Trauma-informed, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable and disengaged young people.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges, and trauma-related difficulties.
• Help students re-engage with learning and develop life skills.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to implement restorative and trauma-informed strategies.
• Provide consistency, safety, and emotional support to empower pupils.
• Model positive behaviour, de-escalation, and inclusion at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

De-escalation

Trauma-informed

Empathy

Job description

Education |Social Care | SEMH | Graduate Role | Psychology | Criminology

Location: Wokingham

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only (39 weeks)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.30am-4pm

Pay: £89-£115 per day

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people affected by trauma and exclusion?

Do you believe in the power of restorative approaches and education to transform lives?

About the School

A well-respected specialist SEMH school in Wokingham is seeking a dedicated Aspiring Probation Officer to support children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and associated challenging behaviours.

Many students have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma, or family dysfunction, and face barriers such as low educational attainment, stigmatisation, and social marginalisation. The school provides a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment where pupils can develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Your Role

• Build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable and disengaged young people
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges, and trauma-related difficulties
• Help students re-engage with learning and develop life skills
• Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to implement restorative and trauma-informed strategies
• Provide consistency, safety, and emotional support to empower pupils
• Model positive behaviour, de-escalation, and inclusion at all times

Person Specification

• Passionate about helping vulnerable young people overcome barriers and reach their potential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
• Calm, patient, and resilient, especially in high-pressure situations
• Confident using de-escalation strategies and managing challenging behaviour
• Trauma-informed, empathetic, compassionate, and emotionally intelligent
• Motivated, reliable, and professional, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience working with vulnerable young people in SEMH settings
• Exposure to restorative practice, trauma-informed approaches, and behaviour management
• Valuable insight for careers in probation, youth justice, social care, psychology, or education
• Supportive environment with training and CPD opportunities

Right to work in the UK required. Term-time role only