Creative and Artistic Youth Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Creative and Artistic Youth Worker to support students with special educational needs in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in arts and experience with SEND. Responsibilities include assisting teachers and creating engaging learning experiences for students. This temporary role offers a chance for permanency and values diverse backgrounds among educators.

Benefits

Free safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs (SEND).
• Background in arts, sensory, therapy, or drama.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND in 1:1 and small groups.
• Assist teachers with classroom learning and behavior support.
• Engage SEND pupils in meaningful learning experiences.

Skills

Arts

Sensory

Therapy

Drama

Education

Degree in Arts, Sensory, Therapy, or Drama

Job description

Creative and Artistic Youth Worker, Bristol

Client: Protocol Education

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 295cf90782ad

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Creative Artistic Youth Worker

Start Date: Term 5/6 OR September 2025

Location: Swindon

Protocol Education is working with secondary schools throughout Bristol, seeking candidates with a strong creative/arts background.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with special educational needs (SEND), both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assisting teachers with classroom learning and behavior support.
• Bringing calm, confidence, and compassion to classrooms.
• Using your creative arts, sensory, therapy, or drama background to support SEND pupils' emotional and educational needs, engaging them in meaningful learning experiences.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Arts, sensory, therapy, or drama background/degree and SEND experience.

Candidate Qualities:

• Believes in the potential of every student to make outstanding progress.
• Creative, inspiring, and determined leader.
• Utilizes engaging teaching methods and CPD sessions.
• Caring, passionate about relationships and well-being with staff, students, parents, and the community.

Additional Information:

Applicants must be based in the UK and have proof of right to work. To apply, please submit your application via this advert or through the Protocol Education website.

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences among our educators, including aspiring teachers with transferable skills.

Note: You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.

All applicants require relevant qualifications and training. See FAQs on the Protocol Education website for details.

Pay rates include statutory holiday pay of 12.07%. This is a temporary role, with potential for permanency.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding children and undertakes appropriate checks, including DBS verification and online searches.

We offer free safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must have or obtain an enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.