Former Police or Prison Officer? Your Skills Are Needed in SEND & Behavioural Schools
Location: Various locations across Bolton, Salford
Pay Rate: £17 - £19 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, term-time only
Have you worked in the police or prison service and are now seeking a new, rewarding challenge? Empowering Learning is looking for individuals with strong resilience, excellent communication skills, and a calm, professional manner to support students in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and behavioural schools.
We work with schools that support pupils with a range of complex needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), and behavioural challenges. Your background in dealing with high-pressure situations, de-escalation techniques, and safeguarding puts you in an ideal position to succeed in this environment.
Why Make the Move into Education?
Use Your Experience for Good: Put your skills to use in a meaningful role where you'll be making a positive impact on young lives every day.
Structured, Supportive Environments: SEND and behavioural schools often offer calm, routine-led settings that value discipline, empathy, and teamwork.
Training Provided: You don't need prior experience in education-just the right mindset. Full training and ongoing support are available.
A New Purpose: Many former officers find a strong sense of fulfilment working with children and young people,...