Youth Worker

Tradewind Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking Youth Workers to serve as Cover Supervisors in Bristol Secondary Schools. The role involves delivering pre-set lessons, managing classroom behavior, and supporting students' emotional wellbeing. Candidates should have experience working with young people and possess strong communication skills. Flexible opportunities are available with competitive pay rates. This position allows individuals to make a positive impact in education and support youth in a structured environment.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses and resources

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive employer with strong values

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in youth, community, or school settings.
• Ability to manage a classroom and engage students positively.
• Confident leading pre-planned lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons and maintain engagement.
• Build relationships with students and support their wellbeing.
• Provide a structured learning environment.

Skills

Working with young people aged 11-16

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Building relationships

Proactive and patient approach

Job description

Youth Worker - Cover Supervisor

Opportunities in Bristol Secondary Schools (120-130/day)

Do you have experience working with young people and the confidence to lead a classroom?

Are you passionate about education, behaviour support, and helping students reach their full potential?

Tradewind Recruitment are looking for enthusiastic and resilient Youth Workers to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Bristol. This exciting role is ideal for individuals with experience in youth work, mentoring, coaching, or education, who are confident managing groups of students and supporting learning across a range of subjects.

You'll be stepping into classrooms to deliver pre-set lessons, maintain engagement and behaviour, and provide a positive, structured environment where students can thrive. You'll also build relationships with young people, supporting their emotional wellbeing and helping them stay motivated and focused throughout the school day.

Key Information:

• Roles available immediately and ongoing throughout the academic year
• Working hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday (approx. 37 hours per week)
• Pay rate: 120 - 130 per day, depending on experience
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent school-based positions

We are looking for people who:

• Have experience working with young people aged 11-16 in youth, community, or school settings
• Are confident managing a classroom and engaging students positively
• Can lead pre-planned lessons and maintain a calm, structured learning environment
• Are patient, proactive, and able to build strong relationships with students and staff
• Have strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people's education and wellbeing
• Can adapt quickly and think on their feet in a busy school environment

Essential Requirements:

• Experience supporting or leading groups of young people (youth work, education, sports coaching, mentoring, etc.)
• A confident, professional manner with strong behaviour management skills
• An enhanced DBS Disclosure (or willingness to apply with our support)
• Two recent professional references
• The legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference as a Youth Worker - Cover Supervisor in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you!

Additional Information:

• Your income matters: we'll always secure you the best possible pay rate and offer honest, supportive advice.
• Your development matters: access over 2,500 free CPD courses, webinars and resources via the National College.
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor your working week to suit you – daily, long-term and permanent roles available, all local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Apply now! For further information, contact Tom on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).