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We are looking for a proactive and resilient Outreach Student Engagement Coach to work with young people supported by a specialist SEMH provision in Weston-super-Mare.
This is not a desk based or classroom bound role. You will be out in the community, building relationships and providing hands on support to students who struggle with engagement, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Many of the young people you will work with have experienced barriers to mainstream education. Your role will focus on helping them reconnect with learning, build trust and develop the life skills they need to move forward.
You will work across a variety of settings, from alternative provisions to community locations, making this a highly varied and active position where no two days are the same.
Provide one to one mentoring sessions in community, alternative or off site settings
Travel regularly to meet students where they are and deliver tailored support
Support young people through transitions, reintegration or periods of disengagement
Accompany students to activities, appointments or enrichment opportunities
Help students build confidence in real life environments beyond the classroom
Work closely with families and external professionals to provide consistent support
Act as a consistent and trusted adult for young people
Build meaningful relationships that support behaviour change and emotional development
Motivate students to improve attendance, routine and engagement
Support students to manage emotions using calm and structured approaches
Deliver targeted interventions focused on wellbeing, resilience and life skills
De escalate challenging situations in a safe and confident way
Monitor progress and contribute to ongoing support plans
We are looking for someone who
Has experience working with young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour
Is confident managing complex or high pressure situations independently
Builds strong relationships quickly while maintaining boundaries
Is flexible, proactive and comfortable working in a community based role
Has a genuine passion for helping young people get back on track
✅ A full UK driving licence is essential
This is an outreach heavy role requiring regular travel between locations and supporting students off site daily
Work in a flexible and active role outside of a traditional classroom
Make a real impact on young people who need support the most
Be part of a supportive and experienced team
Gain valuable experience in outreach, mentoring and behaviour support
Access ongoing training and development
If you are looking for a hands on role where you can build real relationships, work in the community and genuinely change outcomes for young people, we would love to hear from you.
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