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!