Outreach Worker

Overview

Part of the New Bridge Multi Academy Trust, Springboard Project caters for KS3 pupils with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.

Springboard Project is a unique place where pupils aged 11-14 are nurtured and developed to encourage independence and skills for life. Their social, emotional and mental health needs are at the forefront of our work. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum which suits our learners’ needs incorporating core subjects, vocational subjects and living skills. The school also operates specialised intervention groups where pupils can focus on the development of a range of skills from social, emotional and mental health to a range of academic subjects.

Part of the New Bridge Multi Academy Trust, Springboard Project caters for KS3 pupils with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:

Sound experience of supporting pupils who present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an SEMH setting
Experience of supporting pupils to overcome barriers to their personal, social or learning development from a pastoral perspective
Experience of intervening to support pupils in crisis or affected trauma by using either emotional or educational support.
A nurturing, empathetic and holistic approach to behaviour management
The physical and emotional resilience to support pupils with SEMH, understanding that all behaviour is a form of communication and an indication of an unmet need.
Experience of delivering bespoke interventions to individuals or small groups of pupils
Experience of working in partnership with other staff members to support the delivery of bespoke strategies and interventions.
Experience of supervising pupils over lunch and break times as directed.
The ability to build relationships with pupils, families and key partners around the pupils.
The ability to work as part of a team using own initiative when needed