Support Worker

4 days ago


Wigan, United Kingdom Tradewind Recruitment Full time

Support Worker

Are you a Support Worker in the outskirts of Wigan looking for a full-time position starting January 2025 until July 2025?

Tradewind Preston is working in partnership with a 'Good' Alternative Provision in the outskirts of Wigan to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant/ Support Worker/ Youth Worker to work within the schools pastoral team. The school are offering two positions with a full year contract.

You will be working with the pastoral team working across the school with all different year groups ranging from Key Stage 2 - Key Stage 4.

The most recent OFSTED graded the school as 'Good'. At the Alternative Provision they aim to ensure that they give them the necessary support to improve their confidence, self-esteem and enable them to become successful learners in school and prepared for their future working lives.

The ideal candidate for this role will have Team Teaching Training and a minimum of 6 months experience working in an Alternative Provision environment or have worked extensively with learners with SEMH (social, emotional and mental health needs).

After visiting the school, I was really impressed with behaviour and the state of the art facilities. This school also encourages and healthy and active approach to everyday school life. The school has a welcoming team of staff and a strong and well-structured SLT.

The school is located on the outskirts of Wiganwhich is accessible by car with close links to the motorway with a free car parking and easily accessible via public transport

We are looking for:
* Excellent communication and behaviour management techniques
* Teaching Assistant Level or Degree Qualified
* Support Worker/ Youth Worker
* Confidence in dealing with challenging behaviour
* Experience with supporting SEMH
* Be able to confidently work as part of the team and independently

Essentials:
* This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
* You must have the legal right to work in the UK

The Alternative Provision offers fantastic facilities for their students and staff. Staff are made to feel valued and part of the team. There may be the opportunity to study towards further qualifications and training.

The school is based on the outskirts Wigan extremely close to motorway links. Alternatively, if you are travelling by public transport, there is a bus stop in walking distance.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a Support Worker in Wigan. Or for more information about the role, contact Christina on (phone number removed) or (url removed)



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