Overview
and Responsibilities
THRIVE Practitioner
Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East
Salary: £, to £, (UQT1-6) depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: hours per week – Term Time Only
Aurora Summerfields School opened its doors in April 3 in the leafy town of Wilmslow, welcoming students aged 5 to who face a range of challenges in accessing mainstream education—most typically linked to Autism spectrum conditions. Our independent specialist school offers an environment built on understanding, therapeutic support, and personalised learning.
With small classes, integrated care, and a nurturing ethos, we help every child re-engage with learning and rediscover their joy in school life.
Now, we’re looking for a dedicated THRIVE Lead to join us and help shape the future of our students through emotional development and behaviour support.
Your Mission:
As a THRIVE Practitioner, you’ll work alongside the Pastoral Lead and SENDCo to deliver targeted social, emotional and behavioural support. You’ll develop and deliver our THRIVE provision day-to-day, helping pupils grow in confidence and connection.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead 1:1 small group and class-based sessions
2. Use the THRIVE Online tool to assess progress and plan strategies
3. Prioritise safeguarding and student wellbeing
4. Collaborate with families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams
5. Support teaching teams with assessments and feedback
6. Promote inclusive practice school-wide
7. Contribute to reports, reviews and training sessions
Skills and Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications:
Required:
8. GCSEs (Grade C/4+) in English and Maths
9. Relevant, up-to-date training
10. Experience working with children with SEN and social/emotional needs
11. Understanding of Safeguarding, SEND, child development, and inclusive education
Desirable:
12. THRIVE (or willingness to train)
13. Experience with nurture/social skills groups
14. Strong ICT, communication and interpersonal skills
You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:
15. Emotionally intelligent, calm, and solution-focused
16. A strong communicator and collaborative team member
17. Positive, resilient, and deeply committed to each learner’s success
18. Ready to contribute to a growing school community
Benefits and Additional Information
Why Work at Aurora Summerfields?
At Aurora Summerfields, we’re more than a school—we’re a place of transformation.
We offer:
19. Specialist Teaching & Integrated Therapeutic Support: Students benefit from a carefully tailored curriculum and access to on-site Clinical, SaLT and Occupational Therapy teams.
20. Small Classes, High Staffing Ratios: Ensuring each pupil receives the attention they need to succeed and achieve.
21. ️ Modern, Purpose-Built Learning Spaces: Including specialist Art & Design and Technology classrooms, a teaching kitchen, and quiet self-regulation zones.
22. Outdoor Access & Nurturing Environments: Access to outdoor space and MUGA, safe and enjoyable play equipment and facilities
23. ️ Healthy Living Focus: On-site high-spec school kitchen provides nutritious meals every day.
24. Community Engagement: Students regularly access community experiences via our dedicated school minibuses.
Every room is designed to be bright, modern and calming—recognizing that a safe environment is key to emotional growth and academic re-engagement.
Working here means being part of a school that listens, supports, and empowers—every student and every staff member.
Other benefits include:
25. Save money on your bills!!
With the cost of living rising we have a fantastic benefit through Perkbox to help with cutting costs and help make your money go further. Perkbox is a free app for you to use on the go wherever you are. You can get deals and discounts to save money on things like your weekly food bill, phone plans, internet, eating out, gym memberships, insurance and more. You can also use Perkbox for our cycle to work scheme and car scheme.
26. Competitive Pay and Reward
Every year we compare the market rates of pay and rewards to insure they are comparable or better to other similar organisations. We also offer Enhanced Annual Leave, Company Sick Pay, Enhanced Pension and Life Assurance.
27. UK Health Cash Plan
This plan can help cover your day to day healthcare expenditure such as optician and dental bills. You and your children are covered on this plan and you can also choose to upgrade and add a partner to enjoy the benefits with you.
28. Employee Assistance Programme
Your health and wellbeing is very important to us and we have support available on a wide variety of issues, helping you with online tools, information and via a freephone counselling service available /7.
29. Refer a friend for £1,
We’ll reward you for recommending friends and family to come and join the company (*terms apply)
How to apply?
Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at