(Salary: £89-£100 daily; potential for permanent transition at £23,000 per annum)
We are seeking a resilient professional to provide essential, life-changing support within a specialised educational environment in Sussex. This temp-to-perm position offers a unique opportunity to act as a stable, guiding presence for children who have experienced significant adversity.
We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Working Hours:
Monday-Thursday (08:30-15:30) and Friday (08:30-15:00).
Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent, trauma-informed emotional and educational support.
- De-escalate high-pressure situations and manage challenging behaviours.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to foster a secure environment.
- Implement professional boundaries to build student trust.
You Must Have…
- Be able to provide consistent and unwavering care and support to a group of students, taking a lead in running activities and leading a small team.
- Demonstrated success in promoting learning and student development, including assessing and recording progress.
- Ability to support teachers in curriculum delivery, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in mental health, crisis support, or youth justice.
- Strong emotional resilience and professional maturity.
- Commitment to trauma-informed care principles.
- Maths and English GCSE at a grade 4/C or above.
- The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
Ideally You Will Have…
- Previous experience supporting students with social, emotional, or mental health (SEMH) needs, such as in foster care, residential children's homes, social care, or other complex care settings.
- An interest in psychology or a background in counselling.
- Access to structured salary progression for the right candidate.
- Term-time only working and school holidays.
- Dedicated support, including a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, legal, and financial advice) and Occupational Health services.
- High-quality CPD focused on trauma-informed practice, SEMH support, and behaviour de-escalation.
- Smaller class sizes allowing staff to make a profound impact on vulnerable students.
- Ample parking and access via public transportation.
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