Salary: Support Pay Scale (£36,874 - £39, 820 FTE; Actual £30,909 - £33,378)
Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
We are seeking a SEMH Outreach Practitioner to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.
Bourne Education Trust ('BET') is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases.
BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.
Details
Position: SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Outreach Practitioner
Location: Based at Bourne Education Trust's central office located in Jubilee High School, Addlestone however, frequent travel to schools across all regions will be required
Contract: Term time plus two weeks, permanent (36 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum)
Salary: Support Pay Scale (£36,874 - £39, 820 FTE; Actual £30,909 - £33,378)
Benefits
* Generous workplace pension through LGPS (Employer contribution 18.9%)
* Generous holiday entitlement – 26 days plus 8 days bank holiday
* Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
* Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
* Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
* Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
* Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
* Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
* Occupational sick pay
Key responsibilities include:
* To provide Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) outreach across all Trust schools
* To work directly with staff to support the implementation of effective SEMH interventions
* To provide guidance on appropriate resources, programmes and approaches to support pupils with SEMH needs
Requirements include:
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of pupils
* Experience of working with children and young people with SEMH needs
Desirable
* Experience of working within or supporting specialist provision in mainstream settings or specialist schools
* Qualified Teacher Status or relevant professional qualification in SEND/inclusion (we will also consider applications from experienced HLTAs)
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
* Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
* Collaborative and innovative
* Committed, engaged and professional
* Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role:
Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 16th January 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
Job specification
School
Bourne Education Trust
Location
School Lane, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 1TE
School type
Trust
Job Posted
15/12/2025
Role
SEND Lead/SENCo
Subject
SEND
Employment type
Term time, Term time plus (this will include some working in the holidays)
Closing date
16/01/2026
Start date
ASAP
Job reference
SEMHOP/122025