Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker

Academics; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is seeking an Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker in Milton Keynes. The role involves working with vulnerable youth, requiring empathy, resilience, and a graduate background in Criminology or Psychology. Comprehensive training will be provided to equip you for supporting students with diverse needs in a holistic manner.

Benefits

Extensive training and support

Opportunities for practical experience

Qualifications

• Graduate level understanding of psychology or criminology.
• Experience or training in working with children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 7-19 facing significant trauma and mental health challenges.
• Ensure student safety and provide support for academic progress.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate in Criminology

Graduate in Psychology

Job description

Job Title: Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker

Location:

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

41957e9d659f

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker to join our team in Kettering. This role is ideal for graduates in Criminology and Psychology interested in education and training within youth justice.

The position involves working with children aged 7-19 who have experienced significant trauma, social, emotional, and mental health challenges, in a specialist provision setting.

The role emphasizes holistic and restorative practices, fostering empathy and minimizing punitive measures. Manual handling training is required only when necessary, and a practical trial day will be arranged to assess suitability.

Key responsibilities include ensuring student safety, providing support to improve their lives, and demonstrating the value of education. Extensive SEN and safeguarding training, including MAPA, will be provided.

The role involves working with secondary-aged students (11-16) with EHCPs, including Autism, OCD, social anxiety, and other needs. The work is physically demanding and requires pragmatic approaches to make academic progress tailored to each child's context.

You will encounter some anti-social behaviors, which are part of supporting society's most vulnerable children. The training and support from the school are comprehensive.

The role also involves introducing therapies and holistic processes, with a focus on progress, understanding conditions like Pervasive Developmental Disorder and Pathological Demand Avoidance, and engaging students positively to foster acceptance and independence.