Special Support Officer (SSO) - The Bridge
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | 21,510.00 - 22,219.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgend, CF31 4WB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1535340 |
Summary
32.5 hours per week
Term Time
The Bridge Alternative Provision Portfolio Pupil Referral Unit is a specialist provision for primary and secondary age pupils who have emotional, social and behavioural difficulties (ESBD). The Bridge is seeking to appoint 2 x Grade 7 Special Support Officers to work across the whole provision. The post holders will be required to provide support for pupils with ESBD needs and lead on delivering well-being activities and bespoke interventions.
The ability to conduct a basic conversation through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Shortlisting Date: 13 March 2026
Interview Date: 20 March 2026
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Job Description & Person Specification
Term Time
The Bridge Alternative Provision Portfolio Pupil Referral Unit is a specialist provision for primary and secondary age pupils who have emotional, social and behavioural difficulties (ESBD). The Bridge is seeking to appoint 2 x Grade 7 Special Support Officers to work across the whole provision. The post holders will be required to provide support for pupils with ESBD needs and lead on delivering well-being activities and bespoke interventions.
The ability to conduct a basic conversation through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Shortlisting Date: 13 March 2026
Interview Date: 20 March 2026
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Job Description & Person Specification