Sessional Therapeutic Support WorkerAbout Dignity Rose Therapeutic Pathway
Dignity Rose Therapeutic Pathway is a specialist alternative provision based in Waltham Abbey, supporting young people experiencing barriers to education, emotional wellbeing difficulties, EBSA, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Our approach is relationship-based, trauma-informed and centred on helping young people rebuild confidence, develop emotional regulation skills and successfully re-engage with learning and wider opportunities.
We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing and respectful environment where every young person is known, valued and supported to achieve meaningful outcomes.
The Role
We are seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to join our team as Sessional Therapeutic Support Workers.
This is a flexible, term-time role offered on a sessional basis, with hours provided according to student referrals and provision needs.
Typical hours are 9:00am–3:00pm during term time.
You will support young people through:
- Building positive and trusting relationships
- Encouraging engagement in learning and enrichment activities
- Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Promoting independence and social development
- Assisting with daily routines and structured activities
- Recording observations and contributing to session notes
- Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns appropriately
- Participating in training, supervision and team meetings
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
- Education
- Youth work
- Learning support
- Behaviour mentoring
- Residential childcare
- Community work
- Sports coaching
- Pastoral support
Previous SEMH or therapeutic experience is desirable but not essential, as training and ongoing supervision will be provided.
Essential Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with young people
- Calm and consistent approach to supporting behaviour
- Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one
Pay and Working Arrangements
- Self-employed or sessional basis
- Term time only
- Flexible working according to referrals
- Typical hours: 9:00am–3:00pm
- £15–£22 per hour depending on experience
- Training and supervision provided
- Location: Waltham Abbey
Pay: £15.00-£22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with young people?
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
