Youth support worker

Vision for Education Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is looking for an experienced Youth Worker to join a supportive primary and secondary school team in Plymouth. This role involves working with students with Autism and other learning difficulties, facilitating their attendance and success at school. Ideal candidates will have experience in working with children and a caring approach, alongside a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Workforce.

Benefits

Weekly CPD training

Supportive staff environment

Easily accessible location

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with challenging behaviours.
• Able to obtain a valid DBS check.
• References available.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with Special Educational Needs on a one-to-one basis.
• Build rapport with students to encourage attendance.
• Follow teacher guidance while managing conflicts.

Skills

Caring approach

Experience with children

Non-judgmental attitude

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Children's Workforce

Job description

Vision for Education are seeking an experienced Youth Worker to work in a primary and or secondary school that caters to students with Autism, Learning difficulties, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

About The Role

The Youth Worker will be supporting young people with Special educational need’s on a one-to-one basis.

Building a strong rapport with the student to encourage them to attend and thrive in school

Following the guidance of the teacher but knowing the student well enough to deal with any conflicts

Working 8:30 - 15:30 Monday to Friday

Working term time only for the full academic year

About The School

Located in Plymouth

Caters to students with moderate needs, learning difficulties and Social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Easily accessible with parking and public transport links.

Supportive to staff, running weekly CPD training and team meetings.

About You

A relevant Level 3 Qualification such as Children and Young People's Workforce, Sporting qualifications and more is desired but not required.

Able to obtain suitable references and a valid DBS check*

Experience working with children with challenging behaviours and backgrounds

A non-judgmental and caring approach

If you would like to apply for the role of Youth Worker, please send your CV via this website as soon as possible and we will be in touch.

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We look forward to hearing from you!

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