Alternative Provision | BS9, North Bristol
£92.56 - £99.92 per day (depending on experience)
Full-time | Term Time Only | Opportunity to secure a permanent role

Are you experienced support staff looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

Vision for Education are working with an Alternative Provision in BS9, North Bristol, who are looking for dedicated support staff to join their team. The provision supports both primary and secondary aged students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping young people re-engage with education and develop the skills they need to succeed.

This role would suit experienced support staff who have worked with children, young people or vulnerable individuals and are passionate about making a positive impact.

The role

As part of the support staff team, you will work closely with students throughout the school day, providing support with learning, emotional regulation, behaviour and personal development.

You will build positive relationships with pupils, support classroom activities, encourage engagement and work alongside teachers and other support staff to create a safe, consistent and supportive environment.

The ideal support staff candidate will be calm, patient and resilient, with experience supporting young people who may display challenging behaviours. Experience within SEMH, alternative provision, youth work or behaviour support would be highly beneficial.

Requirements

To be considered for this support staff role, you'll:

• Have previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• Ideally have experience supporting SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or alternative provision.
• Be confident building trusting relationships with students.
• Have a patient, consistent and positive approach.
• Work well as part of a wider support staff team.
• Hold, or be willing to apply for, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Be able to provide suitable references.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates, paid via PAYE.
• Full-time hours during term time.
• The opportunity to secure a permanent role.
• Free online CPD and specialist training.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.
• £125 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Pension contributions.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All support staff applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and referencing checks.

If you are experienced support staff looking for your next opportunity supporting young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.

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