Aspiring Youth Worker

Academics Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aspiring Youth Worker to support children facing challenges in their lives. This role is perfect for individuals with a background in psychology, criminology, or sociology who are passionate about making a difference. You will work in a supportive environment, helping children aged 8-16 with moderate learning difficulties and mental health needs. The position offers comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and the chance for career progression. If you are dedicated and eager to gain experience in this rewarding field, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Training and Development

Generous Holiday Allowance

Career Progression

Make a real difference to children's lives

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with SEN is preferred.
• Understanding of mental health issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in providing learning experiences for students.
• Support students with behavioral and pastoral needs.
• Ensure safeguarding of students in line with procedures.

Skills

Patience

Understanding of challenging behavior

Proactive approach

Adaptability

Relationship building

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Sociology

Job description

Aspiring Youth Worker

Salary: £13.53 per hour (£26,383.50 per annum) plus benefits

This role is ideal if you have experience in SEN, a psychology, criminology or sociology degree, and have career aspirations to become a Youth Worker.

Are you dedicated to supporting children who have come from hardship?

Are you keen to gain experience with children who have SEN?

We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Youth Worker to support children with moderate learning difficulties and additional mental health needs. This school is based in Crawley for children aged 8-16 and has specialized in SEMH to provide exceptional education and support for traumatized children and young people.

You will be helping children who have come from trauma/neglected backgrounds, challenging behavior, ADHD or Autism, and have developed mental health issues due to their needs, requiring additional support with improving social, emotional, and mental well-being.

Benefits of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Comprehensive Training and Development.
• Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
• Career Progression in your dream job role.
• You will make a real difference to the lives of the children.

Responsibilities of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
• Behavior and pastoral support.
• Take an active role in forward planning with therapists.
• Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students.
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD.

Requirements of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Proactive approach.
• Impose patience and understanding.
• Have an understanding of challenging behavior.
• Always be adaptable in any given situation.
• To be able to develop trusting and positive relationships with students.

Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!