Emotional Support Worker - Slough. Job in Slough Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

Une école spécialisée à Slough recherche un Emotional Support Worker pour fournir un soutien essentiel aux élèves confrontés à des défis émotionnels et d'apprentissage. Dans un environnement inclusif, vous aurez l'opportunité d'influencer positivement la vie des jeunes avec des besoins complexes. Ce poste est idéal pour ceux passionnés par l'éducation et le bien-être mental, qu'ils soient diplômés récents ou professionnels aspirants dans le domaine de la santé mentale.

Qualifications

• Expérience auprès d'enfants ou jeunes avec SEMH, besoins éducatifs spéciaux, ou défis comportementaux.
• Capacité à dé-escalader les situations difficiles.
• Passion pour l'inclusion et la défense de la santé mentale.

Responsibilities

• Offrir un soutien émotionnel 1:1 et en petits groupes adapté aux élèves.
• Créer des plans de soutien individuels avec l'équipe SEN.
• Construire des relations de confiance avec les élèves.

Skills

Empathie

Résilience émotionnelle

Approche non-jugeante

Compétences en communication

Gestion du comportement

Education

Psychologie

Éducation

Travail de jeunesse

Job description

Emotional Support Worker - Slough

Our specialist school in Slough is looking for an Emotional Support Worker to join our dedicated team, providing essential care and support to pupils with SEMH challenges, learning difficulties, and complex needs.

This specialist school offer a nurturing and inclusive environment where every young person is seen, heard, and supported. Many of their students face significant barriers to learning, and we are committed to offering them the emotional and educational tools they need to thrive.

We are seeking an Emotional Support Worker who can bring empathy, patience, and a strong understanding of emotional and behavioural needs. In this role, you will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group emotional support to students who often struggle with self-regulation, anxiety, trauma, or attachment difficulties.

As an Emotional Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Offering 1:1 and small-group emotional support tailored to students with SEMH and learning needs
• Supporting students with self-expression, emotional regulation, and managing behaviour positively
• Creating individual support plans in partnership with the SEN team and therapists
• Building consistent, trusting relationships with students to foster emotional safety
• Supporting transitions between lessons and managing emotional dysregulation
• Helping develop social communication skills and resilience strategies
• Working alongside teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals to ensure holistic support
• Tracking emotional and behavioural progress and contributing to review meetings

The ideal Emotional Support Worker will:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, special educational needs, or behavioural challenges
• Bring a calm, consistent and non-judgemental approach
• Be emotionally resilient and able to de-escalate challenging situations
• Have relevant qualifications (e.g., Psychology, Education, Youth Work) - desirable but not essential
• Have a passion for inclusion, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed care

Key Details

• Emotional Support Worker - Slough
• 85- 100 per day (depending on experience)
• ASAP
• Full-time, long-term
• Specialist SEMH and Complex Needs School

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to make a genuine impact in a meaningful career, whether you're a recent graduate, aspiring SEN teacher, future therapist, or simply someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children.

If you're ready to step into a rewarding role where every day brings purpose, growth, and connection, apply now to become an Emotional Support Worker - Slough