BCP Salary Band 7 – appointments will be made at the starting point of the salary range. The salary shown is pro-rated based on a 32.5 hour working week from the full-time equivalent. Monday – Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time inset days) It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant or a pastoral support professional, looking for a new challenge? Linwood School is seeking a Regulation & Engagement Support Worker to join our dynamic PACE Team. Linwood School is an ‘Outstanding’ (Ofsted January 2025) multi-campus day special school for pupils aged 4–19. We welcome students from a wide geographical area, supporting a broad range of needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, CLDD, and autism and are looking to expand our Pace Team across several campuses. We are on a journey to revolutionise our approach to regulation and engagement (formerly behaviour management/support). At the heart of our practice is recognising that behaviour is communication, trauma-informed care, relational and therapeutic thinking. Our PACE Team (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) plays a vital role in creating and delivering high-quality interventions to support students in maintaining regulation throughout the school day. About the role As a Regulation & Engagement Support Worker, you will: Support and model in-class strategies to help students maintain regulation. Develop intuitive support plans and personalised learning approaches. Lead and facilitate Nurture Groups to help students re-engage with learning. Accurately record and report regulation and engagement incidents. Work collaboratively to design and implement Personalised Regulation & Engagement Plans alongside class teams. What we’re looking for We are seeking individuals who demonstrate: A solution-focused approach, using training and experience effectively. A strong alignment with the values of Linwood School, applying them to support our students. Knowledge and understanding of positive, proactive strategies for wellbeing, engagement, and regulation. A commitment to addressing root causes of dysregulation, ensuring the best outcomes for each student. Andy Maher, Assistant Headteacher, leads the PACE Team across all campuses of Linwood School. If you have any questions or would like to have an informal conversation about the role please email andymaher@linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk The role is subject to a 6-month mandatory probation during which there is an expectation that Regulation & Engagement Support Workers attend Monday after school training sessions to enhance their work in school and their skill levels. A list of training dates and topics is provided upon commencement. For further information about our school and the different needs of our students, please refer to our website where you will find information about each of our campuses: www.linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk In addition to the benefits provided by BCP Council, Linwood School also provides: An Employee Assistance Programme to support staff wellbeing After-school training sessions to support staff development Career development Long Service Awards. Commitment to Diversity At Linwood School, we take pride in being an equal opportunities employer that champions a diverse workforce. We actively seek and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, recognising that a rich tapestry of experiences enhances our ability to support our diverse student population. Our commitment to diversity not only fosters a sense of belonging but also strengthens the learning environment for everyone involved. Safeguarding Commitment Linwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal record check if they have lived or worked outside the UK in the past 10 years. Employment offers are also subject to satisfactory references, health assessments, and right-to-work checks. All Linwood School staff are expected to adhere to our policies and procedures in respect of safeguarding and child protection, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Guidance for adults working with children and young people in an education setting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and its amendments. If the role is exempt, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed.