Youth Support Worker - Oxford

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Oxford seeks a compassionate Youth Support Worker to assist children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. In this role, you will help students develop emotional regulation and behavioural skills while fostering a supportive and structured environment. Experience with SEMH is preferred but not essential. The position offers a salary of £85-£100 per day, with a start date as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Experience with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health difficulties is desirable.
• Willingness to adapt to individual needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their emotional and academic development.
• Implement personalised plans and restore practices.
• Create a supportive atmosphere for learning.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Emotional regulation support

Behavioural skills development

Empathy

Positive mindset

Job description

Overview

Youth Support Worker - Oxford

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Oxford supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges. This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school. Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students to develop emotional regulation, behavioural skills, and academic progress in a structured, nurturing environment.
• Work with the team to implement personalised Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) and restorative practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.

What you'll bring to the role

• A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficulties
• A positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each child
• Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEMH or behavioural needs, is desirable but not essential

Why this role is important

You'll be supporting students who need extra emotional and behavioural support to engage successfully in their learning. Your contribution will help them achieve personalised goals and develop essential life skills that prepare them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.

Details

• Location: Oxford
• Term-time role
• Salary: £85-£100 per day
• Start date: ASAP
• Small class sizes with strong senior leadership support

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don't delay.