Emotional Support Worker – Newbury
Are you passionate about creating bright futures for children? Are you keen to work in a rewarding role where you can have a daily positive impact? This could be the position for you!
We are working with a lovely specialist school in Newbury who support children and young people aged 6-19 with social, emotional and mental health needs. They are currently looking for an Emotional Support Worker to join their team ASAP on a full-time basis. The school is passionate about creating an inclusive culture that recognizes, celebrates and caters towards the individuality of their pupils. As an Emotional Support Worker, you will work closely with students, teachers and parents to assist in creating the opportunities that will enable students to flourish. Many of the students here have experienced early childhood trauma, have anxiety and other significant mental health needs, so this role can enable you to have a significant positive impact.
Key information for an Emotional Support Worker:
* £85-100 a day depending on experience
* Full-time hours, term time only
* Hours – 08:30-15:00
* ASAP start
* Newbury
Key responsibilities as an Emotional Support Worker:
* Provide group and 1 to 1 support to children with social, emotional and mental health needs
* Provide classroom assistance to our lovely teachers
* Facilitate an inclusive and friendly environment
* Assist students in understanding and regulating their emotions
* Encourage and support children in achieving their best
* Deliver specialized interventions that are catered towards the student’s individual needs
The position of Emotional Support Worker is perfect for someone who:
* Has the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
* Has experience working with children, but this is not essential
* Has the ability to form trusting relationships with student and provide emotional safety
* Has a positive attitude with a keen interest in supporting and academic, social and emotional development of the students
* Is looking for an opportunity to develop a career in education or psychology
* Holds a minimum grade C/level 4 or above in Maths and English GCSE
If this sounds like the kind of role you would like to work in, then apply to be an Emotional Support Worker today! The sooner you apply, the sooner you can start having a positive impact on student futures.
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