Aspiring Youth Worker. Job in Newbury Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Newbury to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. This role offers a chance to gain hands-on experience with at-risk youth, working closely with educators and social workers. Applicants should be Psychology or Criminology graduates with a passion for mentoring and resilience. The role comes with a salary of £85 to £95 per day, Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 15:30.

Benefits

Specialist training

Hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Graduate in Criminology or Psychology is required.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with vulnerable students.
• Experience or interest in working with youth at risk.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with pupils for emotional and academic development.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Assist students with coping strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and social workers.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Building relationships

Mentoring

Education

Criminology or Psychology Graduate

Job description

Location: Newbury
Salary: 85 - 95 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30

Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate eager to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives? Do you aspire to become a Youth Worker, helping at-risk children to make positive life choices?

If so, this role would be the perfect opportunity for you!

A specialist school in Newbury is seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many of these children have experienced adversity and are vulnerable to gang involvement, anti‑social behaviour, and social exclusion. Your role will be to mentor and guide them, fostering resilience, self‑confidence and positive decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build trusting relationships with pupils to support their social, emotional and academic development.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and small group interventions to promote positive behaviours.
• Assist students in developing coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
• Work alongside teachers, social workers and therapists to provide emotional support.
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic stepping stone if you are looking to build experience for a future career in:

• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Youth Justice
• Educational Psychology
• Counselling & Mentoring

You will gain hands‑on experience with at‑risk youth, receive specialist training and work closely with professionals in youth intervention, psychology and education.

If you are resilient, empathetic and committed to making a difference, apply today!