This support worker post sits within STARS, a medical pupil referral unit teaching children with complex medical needs who cannot attend mainstream school. Most pupils learn in small groups at the Drapers Centre, while others receive one-to-one tuition at sites across the borough. The work centres on supporting students through the day and building the resilience and skills they need to return to mainstream, with travel between sites. The role involves regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS check; visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support students to engage with the provision, adapting approach to their diverse needs
- Help students throughout the day and ensure each one is safe and supported
- Work with students who have been out of mainstream education for long periods, building resilience and skills for a successful return
- Travel between sites as required to support students
- Work closely with all staff for a holistic, coordinated approach to wellbeing and education
- Bring fresh ideas and innovative methods to engagement and teaching
- Support colleagues so they can fulfil their roles
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Working well as part of a team
- Building positive relationships with students
- Flexible, resilient and proactive approach
- Managing complexity
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Passing rigorous safer recruitment checks
Other
- Determination to make a difference every day
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, committed and caring
- Deep commitment to the welfare and educational progress of vulnerable students
- Willingness to travel between sites
What’s offered
- Opportunity to develop specialist skills in a complex area of education, alongside experienced professionals
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
