Youth Worker

Empowering Learning; Wigan; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning invites applications for a Youth Worker role at a vibrant behavioural school in Wigan. You will support SEMH pupils with autism, dyslexia, ADHD and challenging behaviours to help them progress academically and personally.

This full-time role runs 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM with a pay of £16.79 per hour. You will work with teachers to create tailored learning plans, foster an inclusive classroom, support daily activities, and encourage independence.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH 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 to create tailored learning plans.
• Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assisting with daily activities and promoting independence.

Skills

SEMH experience

Inclusive learning

Communication

Teamwork

Patience & empathy

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

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