Youth Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to join their team as a Youth Worker / Learning Support Assistant. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young people, particularly those with special educational needs. You will work in a nurturing environment, supporting students aged 5-11 and helping them thrive both academically and socially. With a focus on personal development and emotional well-being, this position is perfect for recent graduates or those with experience in youth support. Join a dedicated team and contribute to meaningful change in the lives of children.

Benefits

Invaluable experience

Holiday pay

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must possess a recent degree or relevant GCSE qualifications.
• Experience working with SEN children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable students in their academic and emotional growth.
• Work closely with small groups of pupils with special needs.

Skills

Confident communication

Enthusiasm for youth support

Resilience

Experience with SEN children

Education

Recent graduate with 2:2 or above

Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4

Job description

Job Description

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

There is immense job satisfaction working within this Youth worker / Learning Support Assistant role. You will have the opportunity to help vulnerable people to grow and achieve their very best, academically, socially and emotionally. You will be making a real difference in their life inside the classroom but also, outside the classroom in their day-to-day life.

• Monday - Friday, 0830 - 1530
• Term time only
• Invaluable experience to be gained
• £85.33 - £96.15 per day, including holiday pay, depending on experience
• ASAP Start

This small school is situated in Bristol - BS5 area and supports pupils aged 5-11 years old, who have a range of special educational needs and offers a restorative, therapeutic approach to education and behaviour management.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working in classes of 4-6 pupils with a staff to student ratio of 1:1. The school has recently been graded 'good' in key categories such as leadership, management and behaviour.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring youth worker or counsellor; you will gain invaluable experience and skills working hands-on with young people with SEN and SEMH.

What we need from you:

• A recent graduate with 2:2 or above, or Maths and English GCSE grade A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent plus prior experience with SEN children - for example tutoring, coaching, mentoring, childcare, assisting in a nursery, or similar experience within a classroom.
• Confident to converse with parents, students and members of the public.
• Enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.
• Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviour.

If you are interested in this Youth Worker - Learning Support Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson.

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.