Trauma-Informed School Social Worker – SEMH & ASC

Monarch Education; Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

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Job summary

Monarch Education is recruiting a dedicated School Social Worker in Bolton to support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs and ASC within a trauma-informed school environment. You will work with families, external agencies and a pastoral team to deliver targeted interventions, build trust and promote attendance and wellbeing.

The role involves safeguarding, assessments and coordinated support plans, with a view to long-term progression through a temp-to-perm arrangement in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or relevant social care qualification.
• Experience working with children, young people and families.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Experience supporting SEMH, ASC or complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting vulnerable pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Working directly with students experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and their families.
• Liaising with local authorities, social care teams, CAMHS and external professionals.
• Supporting safeguarding, child protection and early help processes.
• Conducting assessments and contributing to support plans.
• Delivering interventions focused on emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing.
• Working alongside school leaders to reduce barriers to learning.
• Supporting attendance, engagement and reintegration programmes where required.

Skills

SEMH experience

Multi-agency working

Trauma-informed approach

Resilience

Empathy

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Monarch Education is recruiting a dedicated School Social Worker in Bolton to support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs and ASC within a trauma-informed school environment. You will work with families, external agencies and a pastoral team to deliver targeted interventions, build trust and promote attendance and wellbeing.

The role involves safeguarding, assessments and coordinated support plans, with a view to long-term progression through a temp-to-perm arrangement in a specialist setting.