Support Staff Alternative Provision School Temp & Permanent Opportunities Available
Are you passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to education?
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, resilient, and compassionate Support Staff to join an incredible Alternative Provision setting across West Sussex on both a temporary and permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly supportive and forward-thinking team that genuinely changes young peoples lives every day with excellent progression and long-term career development opportunities available.
About the Provision provides education and support for children and young people across West Sussex who have been permanently excluded, are at risk of exclusion, or are currently out of education for medical reasons. The provision prides itself on offering a fresh and positive approach to learning, focusing not only on educational progress but also on supporting pupils social, emotional, and behavioural development.
With specialist centres, inclusion teams, and blended learning support, the school works closely with pupils to overcome barriers to learning and help them move forward towards a positive future.
The Role As a Support Staff member, you will:
Support students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Build positive and trusting relationships with young people
Help create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment
Work closely with teaching staff and wider multidisciplinary teams
Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom
Help students regulate emotions and engage positively with learning
Encourage confidence, independence, and personal growth
Ideal Candidates Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH, SEN, or additional needs
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
The ability to adapt and think on their feet
Experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, support work, or mental health settings is highly desirable
Whats on Offer? Temp-to-perm and permanent opportunities
Fantastic progression and career development pathways
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Meaningful and rewarding work
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to genuinely make a difference in young peoples lives
If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for more information.
If youre looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same and your work truly matters, wed love to hear from you.
Please apply via the advert or contact Callum at The HireWorks for more information.
We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you havent heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential opportunities.
TPBN1_UKTJ