Job Description

1-1 School Support Worker

95-100 per day | Monday to Friday | Full-time | Asap start

Do you have a calm, confident presence and a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers?

Aspira Education is hiring a 1-1 School Support Worker to work with a year 11 pupil as well as providing 1:1 and small-group support for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex needs.

You don't need school experience - just resilience, empathy, and the ability to build trust.

About the Role

As a School Support Worker, you'll:

Support pupils who display challenging behaviour, helping them regulate emotions and stay engaged Build strong relationships and offer consistent, calm guidance Use trauma-informed, de-escalation, and positive reinforcement strategies Work with teaching staff, SENCOs, and DSLs to create safe, structured routines Help pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence in themselves Personal care maybe involved so the right candidate must be comfortable with this.
You'll work Monday to Friday during term time in a school setting.

What We're Looking For

We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with experience in:

Youth work, care work, coaching, or mentoring Behavioural support, social care, or outreach roles NHS residential support background Supporting vulnerable young people in education or the community
You don't need a qualification - just the ability to stay calm under pressure and a belief in second chances.

All applicants must have:

The right to work in the UK A clear Enhanced DBS (or be willing to apply) Two recent references A willingness to complete free online safeguarding training Be able to start asap

What You'll Get

95-100 per day*

Free CPD-accredited training

via the Aspira Training Academy Coaching on trauma-informed practice and behaviour management

Ongoing support

from a team who understands the classroom

Your calm presence is what helps pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to grow.

Safeguarding Commitment

Aspira Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must be willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.

Apply Now

Sound like the right fit?
Email

info@aspiraeducation.co.uk

with your CV or to ask any questions.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Graduate

Pay: 95.00-100.00 per day

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Drivers License This role starts Thursday 4th December, can you commit to this?
Licence/Certification:

fully enhanced DBS (required)
Work Location: On the road