Well-being Support Worker

Protocol Education Ltd; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in the UK is seeking a Well-being Support Worker to assist students with special educational needs (SEN) and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will be responsible for offering individualized support, implementing tailored strategies, and promoting the well-being and confidence of students. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in educational support roles. This temporary position offers meaningful work and a cooperative team environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD

Impactful work

Dedicated consultant support

Educator events

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with students.
• Patience, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach to supporting young people.
• Ability to implement tailored support strategies and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in supporting students with SEN/SEMH or in a similar well-being or educational role is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Offering one-on-one and group support to students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Assisting students with coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills.
• Creating and implementing individualized support plans with teachers and parents.
• Encouraging positive behavior and self-confidence among students.

Skills

Passion for supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Ability to implement tailored support strategies

Experience in similar roles

Job description

As a Well-being Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs to navigate their educational journey and promote their mental and emotional well-being. You will work closely with students, teachers, and families to provide the support and encouragement necessary for students to succeed both academically and personally.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Offering one-on-one and group support to students with SEN and SEMH needs, helping them build emotional resilience and well-being.
• Assisting students with coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills to thrive in the school environment.
• Working closely with teachers, special educational staff, and parents to create and implement individualised support plans.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, self-confidence, and independence among students.
• Supporting students to manage their mental health needs and providing a safe, supportive space when required.

Key Skills and Qualities

• A genuine passion for supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with students.
• Patience, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach to supporting young people.
• Ability to implement tailored support strategies and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in supporting students with SEN/SEMH or in a similar well-being or educational role is highly desirable.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all students.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Supportive Environment – Ongoing training, CPD, and the backing of a strong team committed to the well-being of staff.
• Impactful Work – Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and personal growth.
• Dedicated Consultant – You will have a dedicated consultant with experience in the field themselves to support and work alongside you.
• Educator Events – Termly Coffee Mornings hosted by your local branch, Educator Recognition Awards, CPD Training Courses.

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.

If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this role – please apply now. Or if you wish to discuss this role, please contact Alanna on 01902 313820 or email [e-mail]

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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