Education Support Worker

Hours of Work
:30.75 hrs per week
Salary
:£19,027.58 PA
Base
:
Brian Jackson College, Vision House, High Street, Heckmondwike, WF16 0AD

Closing Date
: 3rd July
Interview Date
: 9th July

At Brian Jackson College we work with young people who need something different, a provision where relationships, understanding and high expectations come together to create meaningful change.

Brian Jackson College is part of fresh futures, a charity delivering impactful services.

• Supporting learners with complex SEMH needs
• Creating a nurturing, inclusive and relational environment
• Preparing young people for adulthood, employment and independence
• Delivering personalised pathways that remove barriers to success.

This is a highly relational, student facing role, where your ability to build trust and support behaviour is key. This role is largely 1-2-1

• Support an allocated student with social emotional and behavioural needs using a calm, consistent approach.
• Work alongside tutors to support learning across academic, vocational and enrichment activities.
• Deliver and contribute to individual behaviour and support plans.
• Help learners develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Support transitions into and through post 16 education.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement
• Support off site learning, work placements and enrichment opportunities.

You will play a vital role in helping learners overcome barriers, make positive choices and prepare for adulthood.

• Has experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Understands trauma informed and relational approaches to behaviour.
• Is calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Is flexible, proactive and solution focused
• Has strong communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for young people.