Aspiring Youth Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking Aspiring Youth Workers in Bristol to support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role involves working closely with students in a small, supportive environment, helping them develop essential skills and confidence.

Qualifications

• Previous SEN experience or keen interest in youth work.
• Good general education levels in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and supervision for students.
• Encourage development of appropriate social skills.
• Maintain accurate individual student records.

Skills

Knowledge of SEMH

Communication

Motivation

Education

Undergraduate Degree

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Aspiring Youth Worker - Mental Health Support - Bristol

Education and Training

Would you like to work with young people who need additional support with their social, emotional, and mental health? Are you aspiring to be a youth worker or youth counsellor for young people?

Aspiring Youth Worker - Special Needs - SEMH - Bristol

This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual with previous SEN experience OR a graduate with a keen interest in this area of work. It is the perfect position for someone seeking hands-on experience working with social, emotional, and mental health needs. If you’re looking for a career in youth work, then this opportunity is not to be missed.

The school is situated in Bristol and supports boys aged 10-19 who have a range of additional needs associated with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. It’s a small school that offers a restorative, therapeutic approach to education and behaviour management. As a learning support assistant, you will work in classes of 4-6 pupils with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:1. The school has recently been graded as ‘good’ in key categories such as leadership and management and behaviour.

What is involved:

1. Providing assistance and supervision for students before, during, and after lessons
2. Assisting students to understand and participate in set tasks appropriately
3. Assisting with note-taking and supporting literacy and numeracy
4. Working with a class, small group, or individual learners
5. Encouraging the development of appropriate social skills
6. Ensuring accurate individual student records are maintained
7. Helping to build confidence and motivation

Aspiring Youth Worker - Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree (preferable) and/or previous SEN experience
• Good general education levels in English and Maths
• Knowledge, keen interest, or understanding of different types of learning and behavioural needs (SEMH, PRU)

Academics is a leading education and training recruitment agency specializing in recruiting for permanent, long-term, and daily supply teaching positions, as well as education support staff for vacancies in children's nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, and other education establishments. We also have a dedicated team working with both mainstream and specialist schools for special educational needs.