Relational Support Worker
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £21,618.79 - £24,488.62 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 December 2025 |
| Location: | Melskham, Wiltshire, SN12 6ES |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1522247 |
Summary
Are you passionate about making a positive different in the lives of families and CYP (children and young people) with special educational needs?
Melksham House School (MHS) is a new all through (4-16) SEMH independent special day school located within Wiltshire. MHS is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Relational Support Worker to provide essential support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Emotionally-Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and their families. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, employees, parents/carers and outside agencies to ensure transition to school is successful and consistent implementation of relational practice is used by all stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Deliver, record, monitor and review relational support interventions throughout the setting.
Provide early help and safeguarding support to identified pupils, attending meetings and writing reports as appropriate.
Analyse relational data to identify individual and group patterns where additional support may be required.
To train employees in a range of strategies that enable the emotional regulation and social interaction of pupils.
Assist with the development and implementation of relational support plans, 12 week outcomes and EHCP reviews.
Liaise with teachers to ensure interventions are in place enabling pupils to maximise their achievement and progress
(Please see the job description attached for full details of the responsibilities expectations of this role.)
Experience:
Proficient knowledge in literacy and numeracy
Be willing to undertake and implement training in the use of software and equipment
Be willing to undertake and implement training including PECS and Team Teach training
Be committed to supporting an individualised and flexible curriculum which promotes independence, flexibility of thought and sensory integration
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.
Hours: 31 hours per week (08:30-15:00 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, 08:30-16:00 Weds)
Interviews: 07.01.2026 or as received
Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
Start Date: February 2026
Benefits:
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
Excellent pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Annual pay progression opportunities
Continuous Service date honoured
For any internal Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.
Melksham House School (MHS) is a new all through (4-16) SEMH independent special day school located within Wiltshire. MHS is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Relational Support Worker to provide essential support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Emotionally-Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and their families. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, employees, parents/carers and outside agencies to ensure transition to school is successful and consistent implementation of relational practice is used by all stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Deliver, record, monitor and review relational support interventions throughout the setting.
Provide early help and safeguarding support to identified pupils, attending meetings and writing reports as appropriate.
Analyse relational data to identify individual and group patterns where additional support may be required.
To train employees in a range of strategies that enable the emotional regulation and social interaction of pupils.
Assist with the development and implementation of relational support plans, 12 week outcomes and EHCP reviews.
Liaise with teachers to ensure interventions are in place enabling pupils to maximise their achievement and progress
(Please see the job description attached for full details of the responsibilities expectations of this role.)
Experience:
Proficient knowledge in literacy and numeracy
Be willing to undertake and implement training in the use of software and equipment
Be willing to undertake and implement training including PECS and Team Teach training
Be committed to supporting an individualised and flexible curriculum which promotes independence, flexibility of thought and sensory integration
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.
Hours: 31 hours per week (08:30-15:00 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, 08:30-16:00 Weds)
Interviews: 07.01.2026 or as received
Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
Start Date: February 2026
Benefits:
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
Excellent pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Annual pay progression opportunities
Continuous Service date honoured
For any internal Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.