WELLBEING ASSISTANT - SEN SPECIALIST SCHOOL- EMSWORTH

Prospero Teaching is seeking a compassionate, proactive and resilient Wellbeing Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Emsworth. This is a deeply rewarding role supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, working closely with the Wellbeing Manager to deliver targeted interventions that help pupils feel safe, understood and able to thrive.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in pastoral support, safeguarding, family liaison or SEMH-focused work who is confident building relationships and coordinating support around vulnerable pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups with conflict resolution, friendship issues, anger management, bereavement, stress, anxiety and emotional wellbeing
• Using self-help and mindfulness-based strategies to help pupils manage emotions and build resilience
• Liaising with parents, offering guidance, responding to concerns and signposting to internal or external support
• Chairing parent meetings and conducting home visits where appropriate
• Working confidently with local agencies and understanding multi-agency roles and responsibilities
• Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, staying up to date with KCSIE and safeguarding legislation
• Supporting attendance alongside the Attendance Officer
• Assisting with transition for new pupils and liaising with families and feeder schools
• Using CPOMS/SIMS and maintaining accurate safeguarding and wellbeing records
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to help them communicate challenges and develop self-confidence
• Assessing SEMH needs and coordinating appropriate support or referrals
• Referring pupils/families to Early Help, CAMHS, MASH, Catch 22, No Limits, Simon Says, YCP, Motive8 and other relevant agencies
• Attending Child Protection, CIN and Early Help meetings as required
• Coordinating wellbeing activities such as parent coffee mornings

Contract Details

• Location: Emsworth
• Position: Wellbeing Assistant (SEN School)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Full-time, long-term with potential for permanent opportunities
• Hours: 08:30 - 15:30
• Pay: From £21,000 per year

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Professional references covering the last 24 months
• Experience in SEMH, safeguarding, pastoral support or family liaison
• Understanding of multi-agency working and safeguarding procedures

What We Offer

• Free accredited CPD including safeguarding, behaviour management and de-escalation
• Access to our specialist Training & Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant experienced in SEN and wellbeing roles

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