Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Wirral to assist a Year 10 student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves providing one-to-one support, promoting emotional resilience, and managing behaviour. Candidates should have a background in working with students with SEN, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster a safe learning environment. This full-time role comes with competitive salary and potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Support with DBS check

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Patience, resilience, and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a student with SEN needs and challenging behaviour.
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour effectively.
• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning materials.

Skills

Experience with SEN and SEMH needs

Behaviour management

Strong communication skills

Patience and resilience

Adaptability in a dynamic environment

Education

Relevant qualifications in SEN or SEMH

Job description

Location: Wirral
School Type: SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health)
Student: Year 10

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Support Worker to provide one-to-one support for a Year 10 student in a SEMH school setting. This role requires someone who is passionate about breaking down barriers to learning and committed to helping students reach their full potential in a challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a student with SEN needs and highly challenging behaviour.
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour effectively and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning materials and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to encourage engagement and progress.
• Promote emotional regulation and resilience through consistent, supportive interactions.

Essential Qualities and Experience

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Proven ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport and trust.
• Patience, resilience, and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
• Ability to break down learning barriers and motivate students to achieve their goals.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Desirable

• Relevant qualifications in SEN, SEMH, or behaviour management.
• Experience in therapeutic or trauma-informed approaches.

Hours: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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