SEMH Support Worker

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GCA Approved Supplier

Affinity Academy CPD

Free Safeguarding Training

Refer-a-friend bonus £200

Timesheet/pay portal

Dedicated consultant support

Permanent opportunities in schools

Job summary

Monarch Education seeks a dedicated Support Worker to join an Alternative Provision in Nottingham, assisting pupils with SEMH needs in 1:1 and small-group settings. You will help learners re-engage with education and develop positive relationships.

The role requires resilience, strong communication, safeguarding commitment, and experience with children. Full-time and part-time contracts are available, with trauma-informed approaches and collaboration with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals in educational, care or support settings.
• Knowledge of SEMH needs, trauma-informed practice or alternative provision environments.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, professional relationships to promote trust and emotional wellbeing.
• Support pupils in managing emotions, behaviour and social interactions.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual intervention plans.
• Encourage participation in learning activities and promote a positive attitude towards education.
• Support students during lessons, enrichment activities and unstructured times.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams, families and external agencies to support pupil progress.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, progress and interventions.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

De-escalation

Communication

Job description

Support Worker – Alternative Provision

Location: Nottingham
Contract: Full Time and Part time available

About the Role

Monarch Education is seeking a dedicated and resilient Support Worker to work within an Alternative Provision setting, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This rewarding role involves working with pupils who may have experienced barriers to education, trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), or behavioural challenges. You will play a vital role in helping students re-engage with learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve both personal and educational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, professional relationships that promote trust, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support pupils in managing emotions, behaviour and social interactions.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual intervention plans.
• Encourage participation in learning activities and promote a positive attitude towards education.
• Support students during lessons, enrichment activities and unstructured times throughout the school day.
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, families and external agencies to support pupil progress.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, progress and interventions where required.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults in an educational, care or support setting.
• Knowledge or understanding of SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, trauma-informed practice or alternative provision environments.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and de-escalation skills.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within an Alternative Provision, PRU, SEND school, youth work, residential care, support work or mentoring role.
• Understanding of restorative approaches and behaviour management strategies.

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education

• GCA Approved Supplier
• Access to high-quality CPD through our Affinity Academy
• Free Safeguarding Training
• Refer-a-friend scheme with a £200 bonus for successful referrals
• Online portal to manage timesheets and pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions within schools and specialist provisions

Important Information

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.

Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check and Right to Work verification.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom and applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.