Trauma-Informed SEMH Support Worker

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Slough is seeking a Social and Emotional Support Worker to provide tailored emotional support to students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This full-time role involves creating support plans, tracking progress, and collaborating with teachers and external professionals. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar settings and a passion for supporting vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural challenges is preferred.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group emotional support to students.
• Create individual support plans with the SEN team.
• Track emotional and behavioural progress.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Emotional resilience

Ability to de-escalate situations

Education

Qualifications in Psychology, Education, Youth Work

Job description

A specialist education provider in Slough is seeking a Social and Emotional Support Worker to provide tailored emotional support to students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This full-time role involves creating support plans, tracking progress, and collaborating with teachers and external professionals. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar settings and a passion for supporting vulnerable children.