Alternative Provisions Support Assistant. Education & Training

SEN Support Worker (SEMH - Outdoor & Alternative Provision)

Location
:
Taunton, Somerset

Contract
:
Full-time / Permanent

Pay
: £14.66 per hour PAYE or £16.14 per hour Umbrella

Prospero Teaching are recruiting for a SEN Support Worker on behalf of one of our local Secondary Schools in Taunton. Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you enjoy outdoor learning and creative approaches to education? We have an exciting opportunity for a SEN Support Worker to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Taunton.

You will:

• Support students with SEMH needs to engage in learning and build emotional resilience.
• Deliver small-group outdoor learning sessions, including gardening, horticulture, and Forest School activities.
• Lead enterprise projects such as plant sales and crafts, helping students develop real-world skills.
• Assist with alternative education pathways and accredited learning (AQA Unit Award Scheme).
• Use trauma-informed strategies to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Ability to lead engaging outdoor and alternative learning activities.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, solution-focused approach.
• Understanding of relational and trauma-informed practice.

Desirable: Forest School qualification, experience with UAS, First Aid training.

• Competitive pay rates.
• Full training and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.
• Team Teach Training

Apply today to join a supportive team and help shape positive futures!