Youth Intervention Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Stretford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Education consultant

Free CPD courses

Long-term placements

Flexible opportunities

CV & interview support

Ongoing career support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting a Youth Intervention Support Worker for a specialist secondary provision in Salford. You will work closely with students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties, and behavioural challenges that may impact their education.

The school offers a nurturing environment with small class sizes, excellent pastoral support, and a child-centred approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural, or social needs.
• Backgrounds in youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care, education, support work, social care, or similar sectors are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH and additional needs.
• Acting as a positive role model and mentor for young people.
• Building strong, professional relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and attendance.
• Supporting students with behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and individual support plans.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours using positive interventions.
• Encouraging the development of social, communication, and life skills.
• Supporting students during breaktimes, enrichment activities, and educational visits.
• Recording progress, behaviour incidents, and safeguarding concerns where appropriate.

Job description

Location: Salford
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Help Young People Overcome Barriers and Reach Their Potential

Teaching Personnel are recruiting a Youth Intervention Support Worker for a specialist secondary provision in Salford. This rewarding role involves supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, ASC, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties, and behavioural challenges that may impact their education.

The school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment with small class sizes, excellent pastoral support, and a child-centred approach. Staff are encouraged to build positive relationships with pupils, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and the skills needed to succeed both in school and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

The Role

As a Youth Intervention Support Worker, you will work closely with students both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to engage positively with education, manage emotions effectively, and develop the skills needed to succeed academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH and additional needs.
• Acting as a positive role model and mentor for young people.
• Building strong, professional relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and attendance.
• Supporting students with behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and individual support plans.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours using positive interventions.
• Encouraging the development of social, communication, and life skills.
• Supporting students during breaktimes, enrichment activities, and educational visits.
• Recording progress, behaviour incidents, and safeguarding concerns where appropriate.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, behavioural, or social needs.
• Backgrounds in youth work, mentoring, coaching, residential care, education, support work, social care, or similar sectors are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A resilient, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches is advantageous.
• A willingness to be proactive and adaptable in supporting students.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Dedicated specialist education consultant.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses.
• Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent positions.
• Flexible work opportunities across Greater Manchester.
• CV support and interview preparation.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement and career.

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.
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