Youth Worker

Empowering Learning Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive school environment

Potential for ongoing work

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Oldham is seeking a dedicated Youth Worker to support pupils throughout the school day. You will help with personal, social and emotional development and work closely with teaching staff to create a calm, engaging classroom atmosphere.

This role offers a Monday–Friday pattern, 8:30am–3:30pm, with pay at £16.78 per hour. You will build trusting relationships, provide one-to-one or small-group support, and help pupils gain confidence and social skills while following

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Able to remain calm when managing different needs and situations.
• Confident working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their personal, social and emotional development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support where required.
• Encourage pupils to engage positively with learning and school activities.
• Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support pupils who may require additional emotional or behavioural support.
• Work alongside teaching staff to create a positive and engaging environment.
• Assist with classroom routines and general school activities.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Patience

Relationship building

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Youth Worker

Location: Oldham

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Pay: £16.78 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

We are currently looking for a Youth Worker to join a welcoming school in Oldham, providing dedicated support to pupils throughout the school day.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people, enjoys building positive relationships, and wants to make a positive difference in a school environment.

The Role

• Support pupils with their personal, social and emotional development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support where required.
• Encourage pupils to engage positively with learning and school activities.
• Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support pupils who may require additional emotional or behavioural support.
• Work alongside teaching staff to create a positive and engaging environment.
• Assist with classroom routines and general school activities.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

About You

• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils.
• Able to remain calm and consistent when managing different needs and situations.
• Confident working as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Able to communicate effectively with pupils and staff.
• Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, youth, education or care setting is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• £16.78 per hour
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Supportive school environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within education
• Potential for ongoing work for the right candidate

If you are enthusiastic about helping young people thrive and are looking for a rewarding role within a school setting, we would love to hear from you.