Well-Being Support Assistant

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Well-being Support Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a school setting. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people’s well-being and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

About the Role

As a Well-being Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students to develop emotional resilience, confidence, and independence. You will work closely with teaching staff, SEN professionals, and families to ensure students receive consistent and effective support tailored to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN and SEMH needs
• Support students in managing emotions, anxiety, and behavioural challenges
• Promote the development of social and emotional skills
• Assist in the implementation of individualised support plans
• Encourage positive behaviour, self-confidence, and independence
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for students to express themselves

Candidate Requirements

• A genuine interest in supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A patient, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in a similar role or working with young people (desirable)
• A commitment to inclusive education and student well-being

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Support from a dedicated consultant with sector experience
• Opportunities to attend CPD sessions and educator events
• The chance to make a genuine difference in students’ lives

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please submit your application or contact Alanna on 01902 313820 or alanna.scarle@protocol-education.com for further information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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