Social Emotional Support Practitioner

Social Emotional Support Worker

Location: Dorking, Surrey

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Social Emotional Support Worker to join our team in Dorking. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people who may experience social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, helping them to build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.

Working closely with education professionals, families, and external agencies, you will provide tailored support that enables individuals to overcome barriers to learning and personal development.

• Provide one-to-one and small group social and emotional support.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support the development of emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem.
• Implement individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Encourage independence, wellbeing, and positive engagement in learning and daily activities.

• Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, empathetic, and resilient in challenging situations.
• Understand social, emotional, and mental health needs and their impact on learning and behaviour.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Hold relevant qualifications in education, health and social care, psychology, counselling, or a related field (desirable but not essential).
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

If you are passionate about supporting the emotional wellbeing and personal development of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and able to provide an enhanced DBS check.

• Long‑term stable roles available
• Full training and ongoing support
• Weekly pay
• Competitive daily rates (£90–£110)
• Rewarding, life‑changing work
• Opportunities across Sussex SEND schools