Alternative Provisions Support Assistant

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

• 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!