Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant - Wokingham

AMA Admin; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support students aged 11-18 in a restorative, trauma-informed setting in Reading, with location noted as Wokingham. You will build relationships, promote positive behaviours, and tailor interventions for vulnerable young people at risk of gang involvement.

The role offers full-time hours with a daily rate starting from £108, supporting youth justice and social care pathways while contributing to safer, school-based outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields are encouraged to apply (non-graduates with relevant experience are welcome).
• Experience with vulnerable young people or those at risk of gang involvement is desirable; training is provided.
• Empathy and a calm, restorative approach are essential for supporting SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and strong relationships with students aged 11-18 to support emotional regulation.
• Promote positive behaviours using restorative approaches to enable learning.
• Support small groups (4-12) with tailored interventions to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with staff and therapists to implement holistic, trauma-informed strategies.
• Celebrate progress and encourage resilience, guiding reintegration into education and community.

Skills

Empathy

Restorative practices

Relationship building

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Education

Criminology

Psychology

Youth Work

Related fields

Job description

Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant Location: Wokingham Salary: From £108 per day Job Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them overcome challenges in a restorative, child-centred environment?

Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant

Milk Education is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for individuals aspiring to work in gang prevention and intervention. Join our team as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in an Alternative Provision and Specialist SEN school in Reading. This role is ideal for those aiming to build a career in Youth Justice, Gang Prevention, or Social Care while working with young people who face significant challenges.

About the Role:

This unique role focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with students aged 11-18. These young people may be at risk of gang involvement, exploitation, or facing social and emotional difficulties, including ADHD, anxiety, and trauma.

You will:

• Build Trust and Relationships: Foster meaningful connections with students to help them regulate emotions and make positive life choices.
• Promote Positive Behaviours: Use restorative approaches to address barriers to learning and help students develop constructive coping strategies.
• Support Individual Needs: Work in small classes of 4-12 students, tailoring interventions to meet each young person's needs.
• Empower Change: Assist students in reintegrating into education and their communities, reducing risks of gang involvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a role model and advocate for students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Use restorative and trauma-informed practices to help students navigate challenging circumstances.
• Work collaboratively with school staff and therapists to implement holistic interventions.
• Celebrate progress and encourage resilience, focusing on small but significant milestones.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields are encouraged to apply (non-graduates with relevant experience are also welcome).
• Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people and promoting positive change.
• Empathy: A calm, proactive, and restorative approach to managing challenging behaviours.
• Experience: Previous work with vulnerable young people or those at risk of gang involvement is desirable (training provided).

Why Join Milk Education?

• Expert Training: Develop skills in restorative practices, trauma-informed care, and SEMH education.
• Meaningful Partnerships: Work with Make Life Kind, a charity addressing gang-related issues such as exploitation and violence.
• Career Foundation: Gain invaluable experience for careers in Youth Justice, Social Work, Advocacy, or Gang Prevention.
• Supportive Team: Join a school community committed to your professional growth and wellbeing.
• Transform Lives: Make a lasting impact on young people who need guidance, safety, and encouragement.