Youth Worker

TeacherActive Limited.; Failsworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' SEMH provision in Failsworth to recruit a SEMH Youth Worker. You will support KS3/KS4 pupils, helping them engage with learning using a calm, consistent approach to manage challenging behaviour.

The role starts after October half term and is long-term, with a dedicated team, CPD opportunities, and market-leading day rates. You will join a supportive staff group delivering education to pupils with SEMH needs.

Qualifications

• Experience managing challenging behaviour (essential).
• Understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Ability to build trust with young people and encourage engagement in learning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with teaching and support staff.
• Patient, resilient and consistent approach to supporting pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to engage with learning and activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils across KS3/KS4.
• Use a calm, consistent approach to managing challenging behaviour.

Skills

Challenging behaviour

SEMH knowledge

Trust building

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Youth Worker
Location: Failsworth
Start Date: After October half term
Salary: £92.63 - £115 per day

Are you an SEMH Youth Worker with experience managing challenging behaviour?

Can you build positive relationships with young people with social, emotional and mental health needs?

Do you have the patience and resilience to support pupils in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' SEMH alternative provision in Failsworth. The setting provides education for pupils across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4 who have social, emotional and mental health needs.

The provision is looking to appoint an SEMH Youth Worker on a long-term basis, starting after October half term. You will support pupils to engage with learning and build positive relationships, using a calm, consistent approach to managing challenging behaviour.

The successful SEMH Youth Worker will have:

• Experience managing challenging behaviour (essential)
• An understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs
• The ability to build trust with young people and encourage their engagement in learning
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with teaching and support staff
• A patient, resilient and consistent approach to supporting pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.