At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a rewarding educational environment.
- Company: Specialist SEN and SEMH schools in Birmingham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to helping vulnerable pupils thrive.
- Why this job: Use your policing skills to positively impact young lives and support their growth.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Are you a former Police Officer looking to use your skills in a rewarding career supporting children and young people? We are recruiting experienced Behaviour Mentors and SEN Teaching Assistants to work within specialist SEN and SEMH schools across Birmingham. These settings support pupils aged 5-19 with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), speech and language difficulties, and pupils who have experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
This role is best suited to candidates who have previous experience working with children or young people who display behaviours that challenge. Many pupils have experienced significant trauma, disrupted education, or difficulties with emotional regulation and require consistent, patient adults who can build trusting relationships and provide positive behaviour support.
Your policing background has equipped you with valuable transferable skills, including conflict resolution, de-escalation, safeguarding, communication, resilience, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. These skills are highly valued within specialist education settings.
As part of the role, you will:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day.
Ex Police Officer employer: Aspire People
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Birmingham, where your experience as an Ex-Police Officer will be invaluable in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs. Our work culture prioritises collaboration, empathy, and professional development, offering you opportunities to grow and refine your skills while providing essential support to those who need it most. With a focus on meaningful employment, we ensure that our staff feel valued and empowered in their roles, creating a rewarding environment for both personal and professional fulfilment.
