EBSA / EBSD Outreach Worker

EBSA / EBSD Outreach Worker

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient and proactive EBSA / EBSD Outreach Worker to support children and young people experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and Emotionally Based School Dysregulation (EBSD).

This role is focused on helping pupils overcome emotional barriers to learning and school attendance through a combination of direct intervention, family support and partnership working with schools and external agencies. The successful candidate will work with pupils both in school and within community settings, helping them build confidence, develop coping strategies and successfully engage with education.

The role requires the ability to build trusting relationships with vulnerable young people and their families whilst maintaining high expectations and promoting positive outcomes.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential requirements of this post, as regular travel between schools, homes and professional meetings will be required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Build positive and professional relationships with pupils experiencing EBSA and/or EBSD.
2. Support pupils to improve attendance, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
3. Deliver targeted one-to-one and small group interventions focused on emotional regulation, resilience and confidence.
4. Work directly with families to identify and address barriers to school attendance and engagement.
5. Undertake home visits where appropriate and in accordance with safeguarding procedures.
6. Develop and implement personalised support plans alongside school staff and families.
7. Support reintegration, transition and phased return programmes.
8. Liaise effectively with schools, SEND teams, educational psychologists, health professionals and other external agencies.
9. Maintain accurate records, reports and intervention evaluations.
10. Promote safeguarding, inclusion and positive educational outcomes for all pupils.
11. Contribute to multi-agency meetings, reviews and attendance planning processes.
12. Support schools in developing effective strategies for pupils experiencing emotionally based barriers to learning.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

1. Experience of working with children and young people in an educational, pastoral, youth work, family support or similar setting.
2. An understanding of emotional wellbeing, anxiety, trauma-informed practice and barriers to engagement in education.
3. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
4. The ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
5. A calm, flexible and solution-focused approach.
6. Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
7. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
8. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Our Values

Aspiration

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed regardless of the barriers they face. We support young people to re-engage with education, build confidence and realise their full potential.

Resilience

We empower pupils and families to overcome challenges, develop emotional resilience and build the skills needed to successfully engage with learning and school life.

Kindness

We value positive relationships, empathy and understanding. Through a compassionate and child-centred approach, we help young people feel safe, supported and ready to thrive.

If you would like to know more about the role or arrange an informal discussion, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to receiving your application and discussing how you could contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people experiencing emotionally based barriers to education.

Safeguarding Statement

Castlefield Campus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to robust safer recruitment procedures, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks, verification of qualifications, identity checks, and any other pre-employment checks considered relevant to the role.

As an organisation working with children and young people, we are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore reserve the right to seek information about applicants' criminal history and consider this information when making recruitment decisions, in line with current legislation and safeguarding guidance.

All staff are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding, maintain professional boundaries and actively contribute to creating a safe environment for all pupils.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Castlefield Campus is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We believe that diversity enriches our school community and strengthens our ability to support and inspire young people.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented within the education workforce, including people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of all ages, faiths and beliefs, and those with different lived experiences.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination, fostering positive relationships and ensuring that all staff, pupils and visitors feel valued, respected and able to achieve their full potential. Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process and employment to support applicants and employees with disabilities.