West Sussex- SEMH - Outreach - Intervention - Mental Health - Education and Training - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology - Graduate - Aspiring Probation Officer
Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education to vulnerable children who have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences?
The Alternative Provision College
We are looking for a dedicated Pastoral & Learning Support Assistant to work in this small, Alternative Provision College, based in Crawley, for secondary aged students. All students have social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The college has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A fantastic opportunity for an aspiring Probation Officer.
This role in Crawley will give you essential restorative experience within anti-social and challenging settings - the perfect opportunity if you are thinking of a career in probation, rehabilitation, prison, or youth justice services. Based on holistic and therapeutic practice, this Aspiring Probation Officer role is an amazing opportunity for Criminology and Psychology Graduates. The role in Crawley will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.
You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges and traumas. Many of the young people face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.
Person Specification
Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work
Able to commute to Crawley
**September 2026 start
**Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
**£102.96 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4.00pm, PAYE, term time only
**No previous experience is required
**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics Ltd, if interested in the Aspiring Probation Officer role:
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Salary description
£102.00 - £103.00 per day