Student Support Offi

Student Support Officer – Secondary School
Location: Newport, Wales
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: £105 – £120 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday | 08:00 – 16:00
Sector: Secondary Education | Student Behaviour Support

✅ Are you passionate about supporting students and improving behaviour in schools?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a Student Support Officer to join one of our partner secondary schools in Newport. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

About the Role

As a Student Support Officer, you’ll be part of the school’s Inclusion Team, working closely with staff and students to promote positive behaviour and create a supportive learning environment. You’ll work 1:1 with students who require behavioural support and help implement the school’s behaviour management strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with students displaying disruptive behaviour in the Student Support Centre (SSC)

• Provide 1:1 support and a calm, structured learning environment

• Act as a liaison between students and teaching staff

• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion at all times

• Use initiative to work independently and collaboratively

• Support and contribute to the school's performance management process

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or 6+ months of relevant experience

• Strong behaviour management and conflict resolution skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures

• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Job Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check on the Child Workforce Register (or willingness to apply)

• Registration with the EWC (Education Workforce Council)

• Two recent professional references (covering the last 24 months)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• A dedicated consultant to support your career development

• Access to exclusive job opportunities across South Wales

• Ongoing CPD training and career advice

• Refer-a-friend scheme – earn £50–£100 for successful referrals!

• Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella fees!

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and support students in reaching their full potential, click “Apply Now” to submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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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.
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