Student Support Worker

Tolworth Girls' School; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolworth Girls' School is seeking a dedicated Student Support Worker for a one-year maternity cover. The role involves supporting students with emotional and behavioral needs, providing individualized assistance, and collaborating with staff. This position is based in an outstanding school committed to student wellbeing and staff development.

Benefits

All school holidays off

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (inc. counselling)

Free on-site parking

Eye tests and flu jab vouchers

Discounted on-site leisure centre membership

Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting.
• Confident in Microsoft Office applications.
• Possessing excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students.
• Assist staff in managing behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Collaborate with Pastoral Team and Student Welfare team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Background in social care

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word)

ARBOR

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Student Support Worker – Maternity Cover (1 Year)

Full-time | Term-Time Only (36 hours/week)

Contract: Fixed-term – September 2025 to August 2026

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and empathetic Student Support Worker to join our outstanding Inclusion Team on a one-year maternity cover. This is a rewarding, student-facing role within our vibrant and high-performing school community.

About the Role

You will support students particularly those with emotional, social or behavioural needs helping to remove barriers to learning. This will involve:

•Providing 1:1 and small group support

• Assisting staff in managing behavioural and emotional challenges

• Working collaboratively with our Pastoral Team, Heads of Year and Student Welfare team

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs (school or similar setting)

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word); ARBOR experience is a plus (training provided)

• Background in social care is highly desirable

Why Join Us?

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form is an Ofsted Outstanding, World Class School, where staff wellbeing and professional development are priorities. Benefits include:

• All school holidays off

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (inc. counselling)

• Free on-site parking, eye tests and flu jab vouchers

• Staffroom refreshments (tea and coffee provided)

• Discounted on-site leisure centre membership

• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme

Working hours:

Salary is paid evenly across 12 months.

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Interview week: Commencing 7 July 2025

Contract ends: 31 August 2026

We advise early application, as interviews may be scheduled as suitable candidates apply.

We do not accept applications via recruitment agencies. Direct applications only.

Safeguarding Statement

Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Formare committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

As part of the Academy’s due diligence, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search to identify any incidents or issues which are publicly available online. If there is anything concerning, candidates will be asked to comment on it at interview.

The Academy is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.