15 School Counsellors jobs in the United Kingdom
Student Support Assistant
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Pay: 100.00-120.00 per day
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: North London
Hours: Full/part time available
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a compassionate and resilient individual looking to make a real impact within SEND?
Spencer Clarke Education have partnered with an award winning further education college based in North London. The college are seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to support students with a range of learning disabilities and complex needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), ASD, communication needs, behavioural needs and personal care requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing, well-resourced setting that offers excellent support and training for staff committed to inclusive education.
The Role:
- Support young adults across college setting, aged 16-19
- Assist with daily routines, learning activities, personal care, and mobility needs
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
- Use non-verbal communication strategies
- Promote a safe, structured and caring environment for learning and development
Requirements:
- Experience in SEND, care, or educational settings
- Comfortable with personal care and high-needs support
- Patient, kind-natured and physically fit for a hands-on role
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Behavioural Student Support
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JOB PURPOSE
This role focuses on supporting student well-being and behaviour management to ensure all students can fully access learning and enrichment opportunities. You will help monitor and evaluate pastoral strategies while supporting staff in addressing the needs of children who face barriers to learning, enabling them to reach their full potential.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Support & Behavioural Intervention
* Build productive, trusting relationships with students and serve as a positive role model
* Provide one-to-one and group mentoring sessions to support student well-being
* Support students with their learning both inside and outside the classroom
* Identify students who would benefit from additional support and develop action plans with colleagues
* Deliver tailored learning interventions for students with social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties
* Provide information and guidance to help students make informed choices about their learning, behaviour, and attendance
Behavioural Management & Reintegration
* Support students excluded from normal timetables, including planning their reintegration
* Supervise students during "time away" periods and develop return-to-class strategies
* Lead friendship and social interaction groups to improve student relationships
* Support smooth transitions for students entering or leaving the school provision
Professional Collaboration & Strategy Development
* Work closely with the Pastoral Manager on student transition and induction processes
* Collaborate with staff to plan, evaluate, and adjust learning activities
* Provide feedback to staff on effective strategies for supporting students
* Support the development and monitoring of:
o Behaviour Management Strategies (BMS)
o Education Support and Protection Systems (ESPS)
o Risk assessments
* Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and support sessions
Communication & Partnership Building
* Maintain regular communication with senior leaders about students under your care
* Build constructive relationships with parents and carers, facilitating home-school partnerships
* Exchange information with families to support their child's attendance, access, and learning
* Support home-to-school community links through events such as parents' evenings
* Attend parents' evenings and school events as required
Record Keeping & Safeguarding
* Maintain accurate records and robust tracking systems for all supported students
* Document and measure the impact of your interventions on student progress
* Immediately report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
* Ensure all work complies with Health and Safety requirements
* Attend required meetings and training sessions
Professional Standards & Development
* Engage in appropriate professional development and performance management
* Uphold the school's ethos, vision, and aims
* Maintain high standards of personal integrity and professionalism
* Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
* Undertake additional duties as required to ensure smooth school operations
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SUPERVISION
Supervising Officer: Pastoral Lead
Level of Supervision: Work within established guidelines, subject to supervisor scrutiny
Staff Supervised: None
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Requirements
Experience:
* Substantial experience working with families of students with special educational needs in school or care settings
Skills & Abilities:
* Strong leadership qualities combined with excellent teamwork skills
* Ability to motivate and inspire others
* Deep empathy and understanding of adolescent students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs
* Ability to build confidence in students
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Flexible yet well-organized approach to work
* Crisis management and de-escalation capabilities
* Strong problem-solving skills
Training & Education:
* Level 3 Education qualification
* Commitment to undertake relevant training, including child protection
Personal Qualities:
* Positive and empathetic attitude toward children with special needs
* Flexible approach to work challenges
* Ability to lead while working effectively as part of a team
Desirable Requirements
Experience:
* Experience working with students with Autism and/or mental health difficulties
Training:
* Formal training in care of children/young people
* Autism-specific training
* First Aid certification
* Health and Safety training
* Counselling qualifications
Other:
* Further qualifications in youth management and support
* Valid driving license
Contraindications
* Criminal convictions involving offenses against children or young persons
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Additional Information
This role requires working in a dynamic educational environment focused on supporting students with diverse behavioural and pastoral needs. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to student welfare while maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding and educational support.
Key Focus Areas:
* Behavioural intervention and management
* Crisis de-escalation and support
* Student reintegration strategies
* Building positive relationships with students who have complex needs and sensory overload
* Supporting students with complex emotional and behavioural needs
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
behavioral Student Support
Posted 2 days ago
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JOB PURPOSE
This role focuses on supporting student well-being and behaviour management to ensure all students can fully access learning and enrichment opportunities. You will help monitor and evaluate pastoral strategies while supporting staff in addressing the needs of children who face barriers to learning, enabling them to reach their full potential.
___
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Support & Behavioural Intervention
* Build productive, trusting relationships with students and serve as a positive role model
* Provide one-to-one and group mentoring sessions to support student well-being
* Support students with their learning both inside and outside the classroom
* Identify students who would benefit from additional support and develop action plans with colleagues
* Deliver tailored learning interventions for students with social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties
* Provide information and guidance to help students make informed choices about their learning, behaviour, and attendance
Behavioural Management & Reintegration
* Support students excluded from normal timetables, including planning their reintegration
* Supervise students during "time away" periods and develop return-to-class strategies
* Lead friendship and social interaction groups to improve student relationships
* Support smooth transitions for students entering or leaving the school provision
Professional Collaboration & Strategy Development
* Work closely with the Pastoral Manager on student transition and induction processes
* Collaborate with staff to plan, evaluate, and adjust learning activities
* Provide feedback to staff on effective strategies for supporting students
* Support the development and monitoring of:
o Behaviour Management Strategies (BMS)
o Education Support and Protection Systems (ESPS)
o Risk assessments
* Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and support sessions
Communication & Partnership Building
* Maintain regular communication with senior leaders about students under your care
* Build constructive relationships with parents and carers, facilitating home-school partnerships
* Exchange information with families to support their child's attendance, access, and learning
* Support home-to-school community links through events such as parents' evenings
* Attend parents' evenings and school events as required
Record Keeping & Safeguarding
* Maintain accurate records and robust tracking systems for all supported students
* Document and measure the impact of your interventions on student progress
* Immediately report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
* Ensure all work complies with Health and Safety requirements
* Attend required meetings and training sessions
Professional Standards & Development
* Engage in appropriate professional development and performance management
* Uphold the school's ethos, vision, and aims
* Maintain high standards of personal integrity and professionalism
* Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
* Undertake additional duties as required to ensure smooth school operations
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SUPERVISION
Supervising Officer: Pastoral Lead
Level of Supervision: Work within established guidelines, subject to supervisor scrutiny
Staff Supervised: None
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Requirements
Experience:
* Substantial experience working with families of students with special educational needs in school or care settings
Skills & Abilities:
* Strong leadership qualities combined with excellent teamwork skills
* Ability to motivate and inspire others
* Deep empathy and understanding of adolescent students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs
* Ability to build confidence in students
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Flexible yet well-organized approach to work
* Crisis management and de-escalation capabilities
* Strong problem-solving skills
Training & Education:
* Level 3 Education qualification
* Commitment to undertake relevant training, including child protection
Personal Qualities:
* Positive and empathetic attitude toward children with special needs
* Flexible approach to work challenges
* Ability to lead while working effectively as part of a team
Desirable Requirements
Experience:
* Experience working with students with Autism and/or mental health difficulties
Training:
* Formal training in care of children/young people
* Autism-specific training
* First Aid certification
* Health and Safety training
* Counselling qualifications
Other:
* Further qualifications in youth management and support
* Valid driving license
Contraindications
* Criminal convictions involving offenses against children or young persons
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Additional Information
This role requires working in a dynamic educational environment focused on supporting students with diverse behavioural and pastoral needs. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to student welfare while maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding and educational support.
Key Focus Areas:
* Behavioural intervention and management
* Crisis de-escalation and support
* Student reintegration strategies
* Building positive relationships with students who have complex needs and sensory overload
* Supporting students with complex emotional and behavioural needs
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Student Support Assistant
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Student Support Assistant
An Outstanding Secondary School based in Hackney are seeking a Student Support Assistant to join their friendly, vibrant, and high-achieving team for a September 2025 Start.
As a Student Support Assistant, you will be supporting pupils with their academic attainment, but also their wellbeing, social skills and those requiring additional support.
What will you do as a Student Support Assistant?
- Run small, targeted interventions in groups and 1:1 for students who are struggling academically
- Run booster sessions for students inside and outside of the classroom across various subjects - depending on your subject speciality!
- Support class teachers across different subjects and support students development academically
If you are interested in this fantastic Student Support Assistant opportunity, then please read further details below!
Student Support Assistant Job Description
- Student Support Assistant
- Teacher Training Offered for successful candidates
- 105 - 110 per day (Term-time only)
- September 2025 Start
- Located in the Borough of Hackney
- 'Outstanding' School, 2022
School Details
- High Achieving students with supportive staff
- Great transport links and onsite carpark
- Constant offers of CPD
- Opportunities to work with specialists in all areas
- Modern and up-to-date classrooms & technology
Student Support Assistant Person Specification
- Must have a Degree from a reputable university
- Individuals who are genuinely passionate about assisting students from all backgrounds
- Confident in communicating with a range of individuals
- Must be a team player
So, if you are interested in this Student Support Assistant opportunity, interviews/trials can be arranged ASAP!
Apply by sending your CV to Maddie at EdEx. You will then be contacted within 24 hours if you are successful.
Student Support Assistant
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Student Support Administrator
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Student Support Administrator
Cambridge Education Group is seeking a new Student Support Administrator to join our expanding team at our University Partner.
Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and supporting students in a higher education setting? Do you thrive in a dynamic, student-focused environment? We’re looking for a welcoming and organised individual to be the first point of contact for our students, staff, and visitors.
In this pivotal role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring a positive and supportive student journey. From handling day-to-day enquiries and managing reception, to supporting enrolment, induction, and student engagement activities, you will help create a professional and friendly atmosphere for all who come through our doors.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, takes pride in excellent service delivery, and wants to contribute to an outstanding student experience, especially in an international education environment.
Join us and help shape the future for students in one of the UK’s most exciting higher education partnerships.
The role is full-time, permanent and based at 99 Gower Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 6AA.
Please note that interviews for shortlisted candidates and any potential job offers may take place before the application closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews are expected to be held from Thursday 4th to Friday 5th September 2025
Key experience required:
- Excellent customer service skills (essential) li>Excellent communication skills (essential)
- Strong MS Office/IT skills (essential)
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively (essential)
- Attention to detail and accuracy (essential)
- Problem-solving skills (essential)
- Experience in a front-of-house or customer service role (desirable)
- Experience working in an educational environment, ideally with international students (desirable)
Student Support Administrator Main responsibilities:
- Be the first point of contact for students, staff and visitors, handling queries in person, by phone and by email.
- Provide a welcoming and professional reception service, ensuring a positive first impression of the Centre.
- Support the administration of student services including enrolment, induction and issuing standard documentation.
- Manage student and staff meeting room bookings and maintain communal areas, noticeboards and reception spaces.
- Assist with student engagement by promoting social and cultural activities.
- Provide administrative support including finance admin tasks (raising purchase orders and processing invoices), post handling, facility maintenance requests and stationery management.
- Support centre tours, visitor management, and recruitment administration as required.
- Work collaboratively with the Student Services Team to ensure efficient and effective support is provided throughout the student journey.
What does Managed Campus Do?
Cambridge Education Group (CEG) provides managed campus services, offering a comprehensive solution for institutions looking to establish or expand their presence, particularly in the UK and Europe. They handle everything from initial concept to student recruitment, ensuring a smooth operation and optimal outcomes for their partners. CEG's managed campus solutions are tailored to the specific needs of each institution, offering a range of services including academic solutions, recruitment, admissions support, and accommodation.
Why will you love working here?
Working with our Managed Campus Services in Partnership with our University Partner, you will have the opportunity to work with a team who have a shared focus of collaborating and improve the lives of learners. You will have the best of both worlds, the opportunity to grow personally whilst helping students develop.
Join a global education organisation that is respected for its successes and provides a friendly and supportive work environment to its diverse range of colleagues. Cambridge Education Group’s flexible and fast-paced experts help learners around the world to Achieve More.
Benefits
- < i>Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance cover
- Competitive salary
- Perkbox (includes hundreds of discounts)
- Salary sacrifice car leasing Scheme from Tusker
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work scheme
- Salary sacrifice Technology Purchasing Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – giving caring and compassionate support to all staff, as well as dedicated Mental Health & Wellness Champions < i>Discounted rates on Master’s degrees with CEG Digital Partner Universities (25% off) < i>Social committee – who organise social events across the Company
Pension – Royal London salary sacrifices pension scheme currently 5% employee minimum contribution and 3% CEG employer contributions.
Holiday – Enhanced holiday of 25 days plus U.K bank Holidays (pro-rata)
Student Support Administrator
Student Support worker
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Student Support Assistant
Supreme Recruitment is currently working alongside one of the leading FE Colleges in West London to recruit Student Support Workers to work 3 days a week on a temporary on-going basis.
There are variious full time and part timeroles
Looking for someone to work offsite in SSA to work with our Supported Learning intern students at the Hounslow Site. It will be from 8.45 to 3.30pm.
Salary: 14.53 Includes Holiday Pay
Supporting SEN pupils assisting with their college work, including English and Maths. You will be joining a dedicated and committed SEN team supporting students to ensure they have the best possible education.
The successful candidate will have experience as a Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker working alongside younger adults or children with additional needs.
Responsibilities:
- Working in the Inclusion department, you will be working with a variety of learners and be expected to meet the College's standards of work
- Delivering support to learners, either 1:1 or within small groups
Supreme Recruitment and our schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all teachers and learning support assistants to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks are required for all successful applicants. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
Requirements:
- Right to work & DBS ONLINE
- Experienced Learning Assistant or Support Worker with experience within SEN
- English & Maths GCSE or equivalent
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge of safeguarding
- Flexible approach to working
- Immediately available
If you are interested, please apply today.
Attendance & Student Support Officer
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Attendance & Student Support Officer
Croydon, London
Full time, Monday to Friday - 7.45am until 4.45pm
About the role
Monitor and maintain pupil attendance records, making first-day absence calls and updating SIMS system:
- Conduct home visits and work with families to address attendance barriers and persistent absences
- Coordinate alternative provision placements for pupils struggling with mainstream curriculum access
- Perform fortnightly visits to pupils in alternative provision, monitoring attendance, welfare and attainment
- Maintain safeguarding records on CPOMS and conduct regular safeguarding visits for non-attending pupils
- Liaise with external providers and agencies to support pupil engagement and education access
- Provide pastoral support to vulnerable pupils facing exclusion, low self-esteem, or emotional barriers to learning
- Assist with general office duties and staff cover when required
About the School/Organisation:
This is an Outstanding-rated Secondary school serving students aged 11-16. The school provides alternative education for excluded or at-risk students who need specialised support.
The institution's mission focuses on ensuring all students excel and leave with improved life chances, maintaining a philosophy of never giving up on any young person. They work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support students who may have been excluded from mainstream education.
Assignment Details:
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday - 7.45am until 4.45pm
- Location: Croydon
- Start: September 2025
- Contract: Temporary with permanent prospects
In return, Remedy Education will offer you:
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE or Umbrella paid weekly
- Free access to our accredited CPD platform
- Career progression opportunities via our conversion
- Courses
As a successful SEND Support Staff with Remedy Education, you will possess:
- Strong communication skills for working with pupils, families and external agencies
- Ability to maintain confidential records and follow safeguarding procedures
- Experience supporting vulnerable young people and understanding of attendance challenges
- Enhanced DBS clearance required
- Hold relevant qualifications
If you are interested or would like to discuss more supply opportunities with hundreds of local schools, please apply today!
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Remedy Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is determined on qualification and experience.
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Student Support Tutor (Pastoral)
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SRUC (Scotland's Rural College) is a specialist higher education institution delivering tertiary education, research and consultancy. SRUC's principal purpose is to advance education, science, research, and environmental protection and improvement in rural and land-based industries, both domestically and internationally.
The Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a studen.
Student Support Assistant- Tewkesbury
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Student Support Assistant - Tewkesbury
Mainstream Primary School
ASAP Start - Tewkesbury
Are you a dedicated and empathetic individual with a passion for supporting children with challenging behaviour and Special Educational Needs (SEND)? Do you have the skills to help children overcome barriers to learning and thrive in a positive, inclusive environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for .
Student Support Officer- London x5
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Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- To respond to student queries via various channels in a timely manner, either via phone, email or sometimes even face-to-face
- Consistently providing a high-quality service to all students
- Taking accountability for a student’s query and escalating to the appropriate team, where necessary.
- To work independently and use own initiative when dealing with unexpected student problems, referring more complex cases to the appropriate manager.
- Maintenance of student data and systems as required.
- Proactively keeping up to date with any changes to products/services or processes/procedures and to ensure compliance and best practice with relevant University policies and procedures
- Be flexible and adaptable to effectively support and contribute to developments and improvements within the business and team
- Dealing with emergency issues that may arise as and when required to ensure students are emotionally supported and prepared for learning in a safe environment. Responding immediately to any Safeguarding issues
- Being empathic to individual customer requirements and emotional states, while ensuring customer requests are handled firmly and sensitively.
- Other activities as and when required by the company
Skills, knowledge, qualifications required for job
- Experience of working in a contact center environment
- Thrive on working in a fast-paced performance managed, demanding customer service business.
- Experience of working cooperatively, flexibly, and effectively, as part of a team whilst being able to demonstrate individual accountability
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and external enquirers
- Well organised and self-disciplined with the ability to multitask, work quickly and calmly under pressure, while maintaining excellent and accurate attention to detail
- Positive, responsive, and approachable attitude to conflicting customer demands
- Ability to absorb, retain and deliver information clearly, simply and accurately in order to best advise our customers
- The ability to effectively plan, organise and prioritise workload in line with SLAs and KPIs