Youth Support Worker - Abingdon

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency is searching for a Youth Support Worker in Abingdon. This rewarding role involves helping children manage their mental health and providing 1:1 support to SEN students. The ideal candidate should be passionate about making a difference and may have a background in sports, art, or drama. The role is full-time, offering a salary between £85 and £100 per day, with an ASAP start. Don't miss the chance to enrich lives while gaining invaluable experience.

Qualifications

• Direct involvement in helping children manage emotions and mental health.
• Providing 1:1 support for SEN students.
• Experience with SEMH and Autism is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and shadow the class teacher.
• Help run engaging lessons to create a fun classroom environment.
• Implement behavioral management when necessary.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable children

Background in sports

Background in art

Background in drama

Education

Graduates in a relevant field

Job description

Youth Support Worker - Abingdon

Are you an individual who is passionate about supporting children with their mental health needs?

If so…

A really rewarding position has become available for a Youth Support Worker to work in a school in Abingdon. This is an excellent position to gain really valuable experience whilst also making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

They place a huge focus on supporting students who have been diagnosed with Autism, and ensure they are being met with the necessary interventions to support their development and education.

As a Youth Support Worker you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health, regulate their emotions and adopt healthy coping strategies.

Your day-to-day duties will involve supporting and shadowing the class teacher, whilst providing 1:1 support for the SEN students. You will also help run exciting lessons to ensure the classroom is a fun and exciting place. Behavioural management may also be required.

Overall this will be a transformative experience, enriching your life while also making a positive impact on the lives of children who are struggling to cope in the classroom.

Experience working with vulnerable children is desirable but not essential. Those with a background in sports, art or drama will also be at an advantage. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.

Key Details

• Youth Support Worker
• Abingdon
• ASAP start
• £85 - £100 per day
• Full-time
• Mon – Fri
• SEMH, Autism, Mental Health, Complex needs

Interviews are happening as soon as this week so get in touch ASAP if you’re interested. If you're keen to interview or trial, please apply directly to this advert.