School Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated School Support Worker to join their dynamic team. This role at a specialist school offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, supporting their emotional and social development. With a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, including professional development opportunities and flexible perks, this position is perfect for motivated individuals eager to contribute to a nurturing educational environment. Join a team that values innovation and commitment to student welfare, and help shape the future of young learners.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support

Health Checks

Discount Options

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Fertility Support

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment is essential.
• Commitment to supporting students' emotional and social development.

Responsibilities

• Support the social, emotional, and behavioral development of students.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to assist students in accessing learning.

Skills

Student Support

Emotional Support

Behavior Management

Collaboration with Teaching Staff

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education

Job description

Role: School Support Worker

Location: Reddish Hall School, Stockport SK5 6UY

Salary: £20,906.25 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.00am – 4.00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a School Support Worker to join our team at Reddish Hall School, part of Acorn Education.

About the Role

We seek an outstanding Student Support Worker with relevant qualifications and experience in a school environment. The ideal candidate will be committed, motivated, and enthusiastic, and will benefit from a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, free lunches, and a supportive working environment.

• Contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
• Encourage a learning experience that helps students achieve their full potential.
• Support the social, emotional, and behavioural development of students.
• Monitor and support students' overall progress within their class groups.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to provide support for students requiring assistance to access learning and manage behaviour.

About Us

Reddish Hall School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged 5 to 18, catering to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, including a high proportion with ASC diagnoses. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes, nurturing academic and social progress and building confidence in our students.

Part of Outcomes First Group, we are the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education, committed to innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes. In 2024, we were officially recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Benefits

We offer an excellent rewards package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contributions
• Access to mental health support and health checks through “Your Wellbeing Matters”

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to select from options such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Your role will have a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils, aligning with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We may close the vacancy early if we receive many suitable applications.