Aspiring Youth Worker: SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Swindon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an aspiring Youth Worker/Learning Support Assistant for Swindon in a specialist SEMH educational setting. You will support pupils with SEMH, autism, OCD, ADHD and other social needs, focusing on trauma-informed approaches to build confidence and resilience.

Ideal candidates are graduates or aspiring professionals in Youth Work, Probation, Rehabilitation or Mental Health, with a passion for helping vulnerable young people. Immediate start and specialist training provided.

Qualifications

• Specialist provision supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, OCD, ADHD and complex social needs.
• Graduate or aspiring professional interested in Youth Work, Probation, Rehabilitation, Mental Health or Youth Justice.
• Strong focus on understanding trauma, positive reinforcement and building pupils' confidence, self-esteem and emotional resilience.
• Pupils may live at home with parents or guardians, or be supported within residential or foster care settings.
• Immediate start available- £90-£105 per day.
• Specialist Team Teach and safeguarding training provided.
• Motivated to set clear objectives and develop knowledge within an SEMH setting.
• A degree in Criminology, Psychology or a related subject would be highly desirable.

Education

Degree in Criminology, Psychology or related subject

Job description

Academics is seeking an aspiring Youth Worker/Learning Support Assistant for Swindon in a specialist SEMH educational setting. You will support pupils with SEMH, autism, OCD, ADHD and other social needs, focusing on trauma-informed approaches to build confidence and resilience.

Ideal candidates are graduates or aspiring professionals in Youth Work, Probation, Rehabilitation or Mental Health, with a passion for helping vulnerable young people. Immediate start and specialist training provided.