Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer - SEMH
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Youth Development -
Social Work
Youth Development
Education |Social Care | SEMH | Graduate Role | Psychology | Criminology
Location:
Slough
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract:
Full-time, Term-time only (39 weeks)
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8.30am-4pm
Pay: £89-£115 per day
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people affected by trauma and exclusion?
Do you believe in the power of restorative approaches and education to transform lives?
About the SchoolA well-respected specialist SEMH school in Slough is seeking a dedicated Aspiring Probation Officer to support children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and associated challenging behaviours.
Many students have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma, or family dysfunction, and face barriers such as low educational attainment, stigmatisation, and social marginalisation. The school provides a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment where pupils can develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Your Role- Build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable and disengaged young people
- Support pupils with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges, and trauma-related difficulties
- Help students re‑engage with learning and develop life skills
- Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to implement restorative and trauma‑informed strategies
- Provide consistency, safety, and emotional support to empower pupils
- Model positive behaviour, de‑escalation, and inclusion at all times
- Passionate about helping vulnerable young people overcome barriers and reach their potential
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to
build trust quickly - Calm, patient, and resilient in a high‑pressure situations
- Confident using de‑escalation strategies and managing challenging
behavior - Trauma‑informed, empathetic, compassionate and emotionally to
… - Motivated reliable and professional, with
- Hands‑on experience working with vulnerable young people in SEMH settings
- Exposure to restorative practice
Right to work in the UK required. Term-time role only
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