Youth Support Worker

Vision for Education Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education supply agency is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants for SEND schools in Rotherham. This role is perfect for experienced Youth Support Workers or recent graduates eager to make a difference in education. You'll support teachers and engage with students facing various challenges, fostering their growth and development. Join a passionate team committed to providing quality education and support, where your contributions will be valued and impactful. This opportunity offers a rewarding experience in a dynamic environment, helping you develop professionally while making a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Free courses such as Team Teach

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or 3 Classroom support qualification or relevant experience.
• Experience supporting children with EBD, ASC, SEMH, and related needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the class teacher and other LSAs within small classes.
• Engage with vulnerable young people and help them develop and achieve.

Skills

Experience with EBD

Experience with ASC

Experience with SEMH

Classroom support qualification

Ability to work in small groups

Ability to work on a 121 basis

Education

Level 2 or 3 Classroom support qualification

Job description

Various SEND Schools in the Rotherham area

£88.92 - £104.98 per day (dependent on experience)

Usual school hours (08:30-15:30)

Start Date: Monday 14th April 2025

Are you an experienced Youth Support Worker, looking to transfer your experience to a school setting? Or have you recently completed a degree and are looking to get into an education setting? Vision for Education are actively seeking to appoint Learning Support Assistants to work within KS1 to KS4 SEND schools across Rotherham.

The role

This excellent opportunity would be ideal for an experienced teaching assistant or someone with a strong background in a similar setting, who is looking to carry out long term or day to day supply in the Rotherham area. Your role will involve providing support to the class teacher and other LSAs within small classes. This role can be extremely challenging, but it is also highly rewarding as you engage with vulnerable young people, families, and other agencies to help them develop and achieve.

The school

All of our SEND schools and settings are passionate about providing the best quality of education, care, and specialist support for all their pupils and put them at the centre of everything they do. It is important that this is at the forefront of your values also.

Requirements

To be considered for the position of a Youth Support Worker, you will:

• Hold Level 2 or 3 Classroom support qualification or referenceable experience within a relative setting (can be voluntary)
• Have experience supporting children and/or young adults with EBD, ASC, SEMH, and other related learning needs
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of specialist teachers
• Have a passion for supporting students and teachers, with the ability to work in small groups and on a 121 basis
• Own vehicle and willingness to travel across Rotherham is highly desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role, and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Access to free courses such as Team Teach.

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How To Apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate, and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call Chloe Murdoch.