Emotional Support Worker - Slough

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Emotional Support Worker - Slough

Our specialist school in Slough is looking for an Emotional Support Worker to join our dedicated team, providing essential care and support to pupils with SEMH challenges, learning difficulties, and complex needs.

We are seeking an Emotional Support Worker who can bring empathy, patience, and a strong understanding of emotional and behavioural needs. In this role, you will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group emotional support to students who often struggle with self-regulation, anxiety, trauma, or attachment difficulties.

As an Emotional Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

Offering 1:1 and small-group emotional support tailored to students with SEMH and learning needs

Supporting students with self-expression, emotional regulation, and managing behaviour positively

Creating individual support plans in partnership with the SEN team and therapists

Building consistent, trusting relationships with students to foster emotional safety

Supporting transitions between lessons and managing emotional dysregulation

Helping develop social communication skills and resilience strategies

Working alongside teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals to ensure holistic support

Tracking emotional and behavioural progress and contributing to review meetings

The ideal Emotional Support Worker will:

Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, special educational needs, or behavioural challenges

Bring a calm, consistent and non-judgemental approach

Be emotionally resilient and able to de-escalate challenging situations

Have relevant qualifications (e.g., Psychology, Education, Youth Work) - desirable but not essential

Have a passion for inclusion, mental health advocacy, and xjnqpsq trauma-informed careKey Details

Emotional Support Worker - Slough

£85-£100 per day (depending on experience)

January Start

Full-time, long-term

Specialist SEMH and Complex Needs SchoolThis is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to make a genuine impact in a meaningful career, whether you're a recent graduate, aspiring SEN teacher, future therapist, or simply someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children.

If you're ready to step into a rewarding role where every day brings purpose, growth, and connection, apply now to become an Emotional Support Worker - Slough

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