Education Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organisation in Bedlington is seeking a passionate Youth Worker to join their secondary school. This full-time position focuses on inspiring and guiding students aged 11-16, promoting their personal, social, and emotional development. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for supporting youth. The role starts in September and lasts until the end of the academic year, with the potential for it to become permanent.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support for DBS check

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting and empowering students.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, guide, and support students' personal development.
• Organise activities promoting positive youth development.
• Provide mentoring and pastoral support.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Education Support Worker needed in Northumberland.

Calling all passionate and dedicated individuals! Join our vibrant secondary school community as a Youth Worker and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. We're hiring for a full-time position in Newcastle starting in September until the end of the academic year.

Overview

We believe in empowering students to unlock their full potential and become confident, well-rounded individuals. Our school is renowned for its inclusive environment, exceptional academic programs, and commitment to nurturing students' personal growth. As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting our students' development and building strong connections within our school community.

Responsibilities

• Working with students aged 11-16 to inspire, guide, and support their personal, social, and emotional development.
• Organising and delivering engaging activities that promote positive youth development.
• Providing mentoring and pastoral support to individual students or small groups.
• Creating a safe and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of belonging.

Qualifications / Attributes

• A genuine passion for supporting and empowering students to reach their full potential.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about inspiring and empowering young people, we would love to hear from you! To apply for the position of Youth Worker please submit your updated CV.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education"; this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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