Youth Support Worker in School

Axcis Education Recruitment; Radstock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their specialist support team in Radstock. This full-time role focuses on providing personalized support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Your ability to listen and offer encouragement will be key to helping these young learners navigate their educational journey. With a commitment to fostering a positive environment, this role allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. If you are empathetic, patient, and motivated to support students in overcoming challenges, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to build genuine connections with students.
• Interest in supporting young people with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students with SEMH needs and ADHD.
• Help students feel safe and supported in their education.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Listening Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

Are you someone who thrives on building genuine connections and making a real difference in young people's lives? Axcis Education is working in partnership with a further education college in Radstock to find the right person to join their specialist support team. This full-time role is based at the college’s SEN specialist centre, where you'll be working 1:1 with students who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and ADHD. The college has a dedicated centre for learners with high needs, and your role will be to help students feel safe, understood, and supported as they navigate their education. You don’t need to be a qualified teacher or have years of classroom experience. What matters most is your ability to listen, stay calm under pressure, and offer consistent encouragement. If you’re patient, empathetic, and have a genuine interest in helping young people overcome challenges, this could be the perfect fit. The college has been recognised for its positive work with high-needs learners and is actively investing in further improvements to support students' personal development and wellbeing. Key Details: Start Date: ASAP Pay: £89 per day Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Contract: Temp-to-perm (permanent after initial settling-in period) Location: Radstock This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive team that values the impact of strong relationships and consistent care. If you're ready to take on a role where your personality and motivation can truly make a difference, apply today. INDSW

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact James Mochan on 0117 472 2400.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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