AddressWould you love to make a positive difference to people's lives every day? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Outreach Support Workers to help to improve the lives of young people.
You will be working for a school dedicated to helping young people with SEMH needs. It's rewarding, challenging and loads of fun; you'll meet some great young people, and have access to brilliant training and development opportunities!
We have been asked to support the recruitment of an Outreach Support Worker for an immediate start.
The school is a multi-site Special School and Alternative Provision for children who have a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) developmental needs and / or medical needs. Its curriculum is designed to meet the needs of pupils with diverse needs who are unable to attend mainstream school. You will need to have a range of behaviour management techniques and de-escalation strategies.
This role is based out of one of their sites, specialising in SEMH, across Years 10-11. Due to the nature of this role you will need to have access to your own vehicle, as you will also be supporting a group of students not currently coming into school, so doing home visits (mileage expenses will be paid by the school).
Your Role:
- Supporting a learner on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
- Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class
- Providing feedback to teachers and parents
- You will be assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities
What you will need:
- A range of behaviour management techniques
- To have worked with learners with a range of needs
- The ability to re-engage a young person in learning through a range of methods
- To be able to commit to working at the school for long period of time
- A resilient attitude
Why choose Engage Education?
- We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
- You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
- You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
- £150 referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 10 days or more.
How to apply
If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply – or get in touch with us directly.
If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened – you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.
All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.
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We look forward to hearing from you!
