Secure Unit Support Staff
- Location: Swansea
- Contract type: Flexible temporary and supply opportunities
- Start date: By agreement
- Salary: Competitive rate of pay
About the role
- Elementa Wales is seeking resilient and dependable support staff to work with young people in a secure unit in Swansea.
- This is a rewarding opportunity to provide consistent support within a highly structured education and care environment.
- You will help young people engage with education, routines and personal development while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Full role-specific training will be provided.
Key responsibilities
- Support young people to participate in learning, structured activities and daily routines.
- Build appropriate, professional relationships based on consistency and respect.
- Follow safeguarding, behaviour-support and site procedures at all times.
- Work collaboratively with education, care and safeguarding colleagues, reporting concerns promptly.
Requirements
- Experience supporting young people in education, youth work, care or a similar setting.
- Emotional resilience, sound judgement and confidence working in a structured environment.
- Strong communication, professional boundaries and a commitment to safeguarding.
- Willingness to complete all role-specific training provided.
Desirable:
- Experience in secure education, residential care, Alternative Provision, SEND or youth justice (beneficial but not essential).
Why work with Elementa?
- Flexible work to suit your lifestyle.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Full role-specific training and ongoing professional support.
Safeguarding
- Elementa is committed to safeguarding children throughout its recruitment processes. Successful applicants will complete thorough pre-screening and an interview, attend an insight session, and have the opportunity to visit one of our Alternative Provision or SEND school sites.
- Successful applicants will also be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and a 12-week (60 paid days) employment trial period.
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Secure Unit Support Staff in Swansea employer: Elementa Support Services Ltd
Elementa Support Services Ltd is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. With a supportive work culture and a dedicated leadership team, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while enjoying competitive pay and a full-time ongoing contract. Working in Streatham, London, offers the unique advantage of being part of a vibrant community focused on fostering student independence and engagement.
Contact Details:
Elementa Support Services Ltd Recruitment Team
