SEMH Engagement Specialist (KS3-4) - Alt Provision

Axcis Education; Brockworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education seeks an Engagement Worker for an Alternative Provision in Gloucester. You will support KS4 pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviours, mentoring them and helping them re-engage with education.

The role blends education, mentoring, and community-based activities with ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will build strong relationships, remain calm under pressure, and work both inside and outside the classroom to prepare students for future employment or

Qualifications

• Experience with pupils with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Background in teaching assistant, youth work, mentoring or similar.
• Resilient, patient and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support KS4 pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Act as a mentor and role model for students.
• Support pupils with academic work and re-engagement with education.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience, communication and employability skills.
• Assist with work placements and vocational activities within the local community.
• Collaborate with teaching, pastoral and support staff to maintain a safe environment.
• Prepare pupils for next steps including employment or further education.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Youth work background

Mentoring

Teaching assistant background

Job description

Axcis Education seeks an Engagement Worker for an Alternative Provision in Gloucester. You will support KS4 pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviours, mentoring them and helping them re-engage with education.

The role blends education, mentoring, and community-based activities with ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will build strong relationships, remain calm under pressure, and work both inside and outside the classroom to prepare students for future employment or