Youth Support Worker

Visionedu; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a Youth Support Worker to support students with special educational needs in Chesterfield. This full-time role involves working closely with a behavioral support team to provide tailored learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have experience with challenging behaviors and a proactive approach to support young people. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Social events with food and drinks

Referral bonuses

Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH and EBD students is desirable.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-16 in classroom activities.
• Engage with students through sports-based lessons.

Skills

Experience working with challenging behaviors

Proactive work initiative

Job description

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Position Type: Temporary to permanent

Start date: Monday 19th May 2025 – Immediate start dates available

The role

The Youth Support Worker will work within a classroom alongside a dedicated behavioral support team, providing learning support to students in a SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health) and EBD (Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties) pupil referral unit (PRU) in Chesterfield. Some students may also have needs such as ADHD, ODD, dyslexia, autism, mild learning difficulties, or anxiety, and follow an EHCP. The role involves engaging with young people aged 11–16 (KS3/4), either in small or larger groups, or on a 1:1 basis, through sports-based P.E lessons or classroom activities like food technology, literacy, and numeracy. This is a full-time, temporary to permanent position.

The school

The schools partnered with Vision for Education are committed to providing tailored learning experiences to meet each student's needs. They cater to children with special educational needs, equipped with the best teams and technology to support their growth. The Chesterfield-based school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and specializes in supporting young people who have been permanently excluded from mainstream schools.

Requirements

• Experience working with challenging behaviors is highly desirable.
• An enhanced DBS check registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one.
• Ability to work proactively and on initiative.
• Desirable: Team Teach Level 2 training or willingness to undertake free training through us.
• A driving license and a car with business insurance are essential.
• Availability Monday to Friday.

About Vision for Education

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff will undergo thorough checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are a leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to the development of young people, offering high-quality teaching and support roles across the country.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions).
• Pension contributions after qualifying period.
• Full compliance with AWR regulations.
• Free professional development training, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and online Educare packages worth £390.
• Social events with complimentary food and drinks.
• Referral bonuses.
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant.

How to apply

If you're a motivated Youth Support Worker eager to make a difference, apply today via this website or contact Morgan Dacre for more information about this and other roles at Vision for Education.