Teaching Support Coordinator

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Farnham seeks a dedicated Teaching Support Coordinator to work with vulnerable children experiencing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment while addressing individual needs. No prior experience is required, and on-site training is provided. You will work Mon-Fri, 08:30-15:30 during term time, with a salary ranging from £85-£100 per day. The position is ideal for those passionate about helping young people succeed.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.
• Approachable and able to build effective relationships with students.
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and professional approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH challenges and traumas.
• Identify risks and needs of children and escalate where necessary.
• Provide consistency and equip children with tools for success.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Building confidence and motivation

Calmness under stress

Empathy and caring

Job description

Teaching Support Coordinator - Farnham

Farnham - Mental Health – Psychology – Criminology – Sociology – Graduate- Education and Training - Teaching Support Coordinator

Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education to vulnerable children who have been exposed to traumas and adverse childhood experiences?

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Support Coordinator to work in this small, specialist school near Farnham. All students have social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well‑being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Are you passionate about restorative approaches?

This Teaching Support Coordinator role will give you essential restorative experience within anti‑social and challenging settings – the perfect opportunity if you are thinking of a career in prison, rehabilitation, probation, or youth justice services. Based on holistic and therapeutic practice, this Teaching Support Coordinator is an amazing opportunity for Criminology and Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands‑on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.

Specification for Youth Behaviour Mentor

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work

You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff in Farnham to support students with SEMH challenges and traumas. Some children / young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more ‘at risk’ of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed.

Start date ASAP

Excellent on‑site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

£85-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08 : 30 to 15 : 30, term time only

No previous experience is required

You MUST be able to travel to Farnham / surrounding areas

Apply now or contact Georgina at Academics- 01483 362 823