Youth Worker – Empower Learning & Wellbeing (FT)

Life without Barriers Education Limited; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550 per año

Job summary

Life Without Barriers Education is hiring a Youth Worker in Newcastle to support students’ wellbeing, engagement and learning in a safe, inclusive and trauma-informed setting. The role runs full-time, Monday to Friday, commencing January 2027, with campus staffing consisting of teachers and youth workers.

You will work with teaching staff to implement learning plans, run wellbeing initiatives, and build positive relationships with students and families, supported by probation and safety checks

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Education Support or Youth Work or equivalent experience.
• Experience engaging with young people with complex needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Current First Aid certification and a valid Australian driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Support student learning and engagement through in-class assistance and wellbeing programs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and trauma-informed environment for students.
• Build positive relationships with young people and families to promote wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers and community agencies to provide integrated support.
• Participate in school routines, activities and professional development.
• Maintain records and comply with child safety and organisational policies.

Skills

Education Support

Youth Work

Communication skills

Organisational skills

First Aid

Driver’s Licence

Education

Education Support / Youth Work qualifications

Job description

Life Without Barriers Education is hiring a Youth Worker in Newcastle to support students’ wellbeing, engagement and learning in a safe, inclusive and trauma-informed setting. The role runs full-time, Monday to Friday, commencing January 2027, with campus staffing consisting of teachers and youth workers.

You will work with teaching staff to implement learning plans, run wellbeing initiatives, and build positive relationships with students and families, supported by probation and safety checks