Youth Worker in Schools

Academics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good rates of pay

Dedicated SEN Consultant

Access to 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Supportive environment

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Youth Worker to support children in schools across Bristol and Bath. This role involves working with young people facing challenges such as SEMH, autism, and ADHD. You will play a vital role in helping students manage their emotions and behaviors while fostering a positive learning environment. If you are driven, resilient, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people, this opportunity offers a rewarding experience in a supportive educational setting. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you thrive in your career.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with SEMH, autism, ADHD, or other needs.
• Excellent communication skills to hold student attention.

Responsibilities

• Support children in managing behaviors and regulating emotions.
• Engage with students to promote happiness and self-reliance.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Ability to engage young people

Education

Experience working in educational settings

Job description

Youth Worker in Schools

Do you have what it takes to work with children and young people with challenging behaviour? Have you worked with children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Can you engage with, motivate, and inspire young people?

The Job…

Working in schools across Bristol, Bath and surrounding areas, your role will be part teaching classroom assistant, and part pastoral youth support worker. Your role will be a classroom youth worker - helping children who have been through trauma, those with mental health and emotional needs. Supporting the children in managing their behaviours, regulating their emotions, and engaging with the school day.

You'll be emotionally resilient, and able to handle whatever challenges the day throws at you. You'll be driven, determined, and passionate about ensuring the children and young people you work with thrive in their future.

You’ll Be…

1. Experienced working with young people with SEMH, autism, ADHD, or other disabilities and needs
2. Able to hold student attention and focus with excellent communication skills
3. Promoting happiness, self-reliance and encouraging positive interactions

We’re… Academics Bristol!

Academics are an established and respected education recruiter offering good rates of pay, a dedicated SEN Consultant, a large number of schools exclusive to Academics, an honest and friendly service, and access to our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme.

Our staff say…

‘I had never registered with an agency before and Academics have been wonderful!’
‘From the initial contact to the point I started at work I was totally supported’
‘I have worked for several teaching agencies in the past, but this is the first time that I have felt like 'more than just a number’

Could this be the role for you? Send your CV over, or give me a call!