Student Support Officer

Teaching Personnel; Newport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme

Professional development

Wide range of opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Newport is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer to join the school's Inclusion Team. You will support pupils with behavioural, emotional, or social challenges, promoting positive behaviour and helping students re-engage with learning.

The role is Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, start ASAP, with a daily rate of £105–£120. You will work 1:1 in the Student Support Centre and coordinate activities to create a calm, safe, and productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or similar relevant qualification.
• Experience supporting young people in education, care, youth work or mentoring settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the school's behaviour and inclusion strategies
• Work with students on a 1:1 basis within the Student Support Centre
• Provide guidance and intervention for pupils who require additional behavioural support
• Help create a calm, safe and productive learning environment
• Act as a positive link between students, teachers and support staff
• Encourage students to make positive choices and develop self-management skills
• Coordinate and supervise learning activities for students outside of mainstream lessons

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Location: Newport Pay: £105 - £120 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Start Date: ASAP Sector: Secondary Education

Make a Real Difference to Young People's Lives

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and resilient Student Support Officer to join one of our partner secondary schools in Newport. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people, promoting positive behaviour, and helping students overcome barriers to learning.

Working as part of the school's Inclusion Team, you will play a key role in maintaining a positive learning environment and supporting students who may present with behavioural, emotional, or social challenges. You will act as a trusted role model, helping students re-engage with their education while building positive relationships across the school.

The Role

As a Student Support Officer, you will:

• Support the school's behaviour and inclusion strategies
• Work with students on a 1:1 basis within the Student Support Centre
• Provide guidance and intervention for pupils who require additional behavioural support
• Help create a calm, safe and productive learning environment
• Act as a positive link between students, teachers and support staff
• Encourage students to make positive choices and develop self-management skills
• Coordinate and supervise learning activities for students outside of mainstream lessons

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent behaviour management and conflict de-escalation skills
• A calm, patient and confident approach when working with young people
• A strong understanding of safeguarding practices and procedures
• The ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The confidence to work independently and use initiative when required

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent), or
• At least 6 months' experience working with young people in a support, education, care, youth work or mentoring setting

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS certificate (or be willing to obtain one with our support)
• Be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or be willing to register
• Provide two professional references covering the last 24 months

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we pride ourselves on supporting our staff throughout every stage of their career. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant who understands your goals and preferences
• Access to a wide range of school opportunities across South Wales
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Our rewarding Refer a Friend scheme, giving you the opportunity to earn extra money through successful referrals