Youth Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency seeks Youth Support Workers in Cardiff to assist young people aged 11-16 with challenging behaviours. This full-time role offers a chance to make a difference in a specialist school setting during school hours, with competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities. Ideal candidates will have prior experience or a passion for working with children and adolescents.

Benefits

Free ongoing training: TeamTeach, Safeguarding

Dedicated consultant support

Career pathways into teaching or SEN support

Use of MyTPWork app for scheduling

£50 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching assistant, youth work, or sports coaching roles.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and support diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH and ALN.
• Supporting teachers with classroom management strategies.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Enhanced DBS

EWC registration

Job description

Youth Support Worker
Location: Cardiff
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (School Hours, Term Time Only)
Pay: £89.38 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time | Starting in September

We’re seeking Youth Support Workers to work in a specialist school setting in Cardiff, supporting young people aged 11–16 with challenging behaviour, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs), and ALN (Additional Learning Needs).

This is the perfect opportunity for those with experience in youth work, education, or residential support, or anyone looking to start a fulfilling career in schools.

Job Role Includes:

• 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and ALN
• Supporting teachers with classroom management and engagement strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping students build confidence, life skills, and social interaction
• Creating a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applicants with backgrounds in:

• Teaching Assistant / Learning Support roles
• Youth Work / Residential Care
• Sports Coaching / Mentoring / Volunteer Youth Programmes
• Or simply a passion for working with children and young people
• Great communication and teamwork
• Patience, empathy, and resilience
• Willingness to learn and support diverse needs
• Committed to professional development

What You Need to Apply:

• Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)
• EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration (support provided)
• Two references
• Ability to travel to and from Cardiff reliably

What’s in It for You?

• Free ongoing training: TeamTeach, Safeguarding, Cover Supervisor
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Career pathways into teaching, SEN support, or behaviour mentoring
• Use of our exclusive MyTPWork app to manage your schedule and access resources
• £50 referral bonus for recommending a friend

Apply Now – Start Your Career in Education Today!
This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience while supporting young people who need it most.

Submit your CV now to be considered – immediate interviews available!

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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Created on 15/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom