Youth Worker

Empowering Learning; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning are seeking a dedicated Youth Worker to support students with SEMH at a vibrant behavioural school in Wigan. You'll provide one-on-one and small-group support, helping pupils with ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, and challenging behaviours to engage in learning.

Work alongside teachers and support staff to adapt learning plans, foster an inclusive classroom, and promote independence in daily activities and personal care. DBS Update Service preferred or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or commitment to apply.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.
• Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.
• Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Skills

SEMH experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

DBS Update Service

Job description

Youth Worker / Behavioural/ SEMH TA

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in Wigan. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.
• Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.
• Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

• Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Location Wigan, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.79 per hour