School Support Worker - A Great opportunity in the education and training sector for Aspiring Clinical or Youth Justice Professionals

Join us in Kempston as a School Support Worker, where you'll support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs as a School Support Worker in the education and training . This role offers invaluable frontline experience highly regarded by NHS clinical teams and youth offending services alike.

Position: School Support Worker

Location: Kempston

Pay: £460 - £500 per week

Hours: Full-time, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Sector: Education and Training

Why This Role?

• Career Development: Perfect for those aiming for careers in clinical psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice. You'll work within a specialist education setting, contributing to therapeutic and pastoral care.
• Make a Real Difference: Help students with ADHD, Autism, and emotional or behavioural challenges engage in learning and thrive socially.
• Team Environment: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and gain direct experience with therapeutic approaches, behavioural interventions, and safeguarding.

What We're Looking For:

• A strong interest or background in mental health, SEN, or youth work
• Ideally some experience working with vulnerable children or young adults
• Someone local or willing to commute to Kempston
• A compassionate, reliable adult role model who can provide consistent support for young people facing complex challenges

Your Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD
• Working alongside school clinical teams to implement tailored support strategies
• Assisting in delivering individual education plans (IEPs)
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and emotionally supportive learning environment

This School Support Worker role is an exciting chance to gain practical experience in a school setting, building a strong foundation for future roles in clinical, educational, or justice sectors. If you're passionate about mental health and want to make a positive impact in Kempston, we'd love to hear from you.

Interviews will be held soon - don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity inb Kempston to kickstart your career in mental health, education, and youth support!