Job Description

Location: NMT Warwickshire (Stratford-upon-Avon)
Employer: New Meaning Training (NMT)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30-15:30
Salary: 23,540-26,000
Job Reference: WARSEMH062501
Closing Date: 4 July 2025
Start Date: 1st August 2025

Introduction

Are you resilient, compassionate, and curious about how young people grow and learn? Do you have the patience and empathy to work with learners facing emotional and mental health challenges? At New Meaning Training (NMT), we're looking for an SEMH Support Worker to join our team and help shape a positive future for learners aged 15-25 who have struggled in traditional education settings.

This role is based primarily at our Stratford-upon-Avon centre, where you will work closely with a small, dedicated team to provide targeted, trauma-informed support to learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You may also be expected to travel to our other NMT centre in Nuneaton when required.

Using our Loving Care Approach--a trauma-informed model rooted in empathy and structure--you'll help learners build emotional resilience, re-engage with learning, and develop the confidence to pursue their goals. Whether you're working one-to-one, in small groups, or alongside tutors, you'll be part of a compassionate and learner-focused environment, helping young people overcome barriers and move forward with purpose.

You will have

Experience working with young people with SEMH and/or SEND needs Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly Confidence in managing challenging behaviour and de-escalating situations calmly A good understanding of safeguarding procedures and current social issues (e.g. County Lines, Prevent) Ability to work independently and flexibly, including planning your own interventions Experience delivering 1:1 or small group support sessions Good organisational skills and accurate record-keeping A creative, learner-centred approach to support Proficient use of Microsoft Office Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply) Business vehicle insurance (or willingness to obtain it)
Key Responsibilities

Build consistent, nurturing relationships with young people Deliver targeted SEMH interventions based on EHCP outcomes Support learners' emotional wellbeing, resilience, and confidence in learning Work 1:1 or in small groups to deliver practical life skills and wellbeing sessions Use trauma-informed strategies to support behaviour and engagement Adapt lesson content to meet individual learner needs Keep accurate records and maintain a clear intervention diary Work closely with tutors to help meet EHCP outcomes Encourage learner attendance, participation and personal progress Contribute to creative team planning for hard-to-engage learners Deliver engaging tutorials focused on mental health, self-regulation, and independence Stay up to date with relevant legislation and complete training provided by NMT Work in full accordance with NMT's safeguarding protocols
About Us

New Meaning Training (NMT) offers education with a difference. We are an alternative education provider committed to helping young people aged 15-25 find their confidence, identify their strengths, and build a meaningful future.

For the 2025-2026 academic year, we'll welcome around 300 learners across our centres in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands and Berkshire. Many of these learners have EHCPs and come to us through local authorities, PRUs, or mainstream school referrals.

We offer a diverse range of learning programmes: Construction Multiskills, Motor Mechanics, Creative Art & Design, Computing, Sports, Hair & Beauty, Catering, Childcare, Boost Workskills, and Achieve Lifeskills. Not all programmes are available at every location, but all incorporate functional skills qualifications in Maths and English, along with tutorials to support our well-rounded approach. We also provide a 'Transition Support' programme for young people with EHCPs who are not yet ready for a learning setting.

We apply trauma-informed practice through our Loving Care Approach, ensuring all learners are supported with empathy, structure, and care.

How to Apply

To apply, visit: newmeaning.training/careers
Questions? Email us at: warwickshire@newmeaning.training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,540.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: WARSEMH062501
Expected start date: 01/08/2025