School Support Worker

Position: School Support Worker (Contract)
We at Academics are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Support Worker to join an inclusive and supportive SEN provision in Dunstable, where you will play a key role in helping students with additional needs access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and emotionally

Position Details

Role:
School Support Worker

Location:

Dunstable

Pay: £460 - £500 per week

Hours:

Full-time, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Sector:
Education and Training

Are you a Psychology graduate or SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to take your first step into the education and training sector?

This School Support Worker role in Dunstable could be the perfect opportunity to launch your career supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs.

As a School Support Worker, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to help students overcome barriers to learning and grow both academically and personally.

You'll be making a real impact every day, offering:

Emotional support
Guidance and encouragement
Strategies to help students develop confidence, resilience, and independence
This is a highly rewarding role where your support can truly change outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You should be someone who:
Has a background or strong interest in psychology, mental health, youth work, or SEMH
Is passionate about inclusion, wellbeing, and personal development
Can commute to Dunstable
Brings patience, empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills

A School Support worker offers a Brilliant Career Pathway:

This role offers outstanding experience for individuals considering careers in:
Education & Teaching
Psychology / Clinical Psychology
Youth Work or Youth Justice
Therapeutic or Behaviour Support Roles

Whether you're an experienced SEMH practitioner or a recent graduate, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive, forward-thinking school in the education and training environment.

If you're looking for a stepping stone into education and want to join a team making a genuine difference to young people in Dunstable, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey