Youth Support Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Guildford is seeking a Youth Support Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves providing classroom and one-on-one support to vulnerable young people in both primary and secondary settings. Candidates should have experience in similar roles and be flexible in their approach. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with social and emotional needs.
• Available to start immediately and commit full time.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support for students with SEMH needs.
• Offer 1:1 support for emotional issues and academic assistance.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Support for vulnerable young people

Flexible support provision

Education

Graduate in Sociology

Graduate in Sports

Graduate in Criminology

Graduate in Psychology

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Full Time - Youth Support Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an experienced youth worker to support a Primary/Secondary Pupil SEMH School.

About the school

• Primary – ACS and SEMH
• Secondary KS3 –KS5 – Challenging behaviour, SEMH, ADHD
• Vulnerable young people, emotional and mental health

They are looking for at least 2 of the following qualities:

• Previous experience working in a PRU or alternative provision
• Graduate (Sociology, Sports, Criminology or Psychology)
• Experienced Youth or Community Support Worker
• Support workers from mental health facilities or high-risk secure units
• Sports coaches looking to transfer skills in supporting vulnerable young pupils’ education

Role:

• This will be supporting students with social, emotional, mental health needs across either primary or secondary ages providing classroom support.
• You will also be required to provide 1:1 support with any emotional issues, and supporting if pupils are behind with their work

Requirements:

• Experience and understanding of how to support young people with social, emotional, mental health needs
• Flexible in being able to provide 1:1, group support
• Deal with any challenging behaviours or incidents in a calm manner
• Available to start immediately
• Commitment during term time full time Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

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Safeguarding Reminder: This position requires a strong understanding of child protection. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS and background checks. GSL is proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunities employer.