SEND & SEMH Support Worker (Youth & Education)

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gain valuable school-based experience

Opportunities across SEND, SEMH and. .

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated consultant support

Career development within education

Job summary

Aspire People recruit graduates and experienced youth professionals to support children and young people across primary and secondary education settings. This role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND/SEMH, building positive relationships and aiding emotional regulation.

No TA qualification required, but relevant background is valued. Ideal candidates have strong communication, safeguarding awareness, and a genuine interest in child development, with long-term

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant professional background is desirable.
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Genuine interest in SEND, SEMH, behaviour or child development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic.
• Confident supporting challenging situations.
• Professional and reliable approach.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Supporting emotional regulation and confidence
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Supporting pupils during lessons and unstructured times
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Helping pupils develop independence and social skills
• Monitoring engagement and providing feedback to school staff

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Empathy

Patience

Safeguarding

Education

Psychology Graduate

Child Development Graduate

Education Graduate

SEND / Special Educational Needs

Youth Worker

Youth Mentor

Sports Coach

Behaviour Mentor

Pastoral Support

Residential or Community Support Worker

Job description

Aspire People recruit graduates and experienced youth professionals to support children and young people across primary and secondary education settings. This role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND/SEMH, building positive relationships and aiding emotional regulation.

No TA qualification required, but relevant background is valued. Ideal candidates have strong communication, safeguarding awareness, and a genuine interest in child development, with long-term