Youth Worker - Maidenhead

Academics; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Maidenhead seeks a Youth Worker to support pupils aged 4-16 with SEMH, ASD and behavioural needs. The role requires a patient, calm and enthusiastic approach to help pupils build confidence, life skills and social abilities.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, following individual support plans and safeguarding pupils at all times. The school emphasises wellbeing, resilience and inclusive education, with an ASAP start for a full-time position in a Maidenhead-based

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH, ASD and behavioural needs.
• Must be patient, calm, with excellent communication.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with their emotional, social and behavioural development.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Provide individual and group support based on each young person's needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop coping strategies.
• Support pupils who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Take part in activities that promote communication, social skills, confidence and wellbeing.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to pupils' wider development.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Calm under pressure

Individualised approach

Team collaboration

Safeguarding

Job description

Youth Worker - Maidenhead

An AMAZING specialist school are looking for a Youth Worker to join them on a full time basis, to start ASAP.

About the School

A specialist school supporting children and young people aged 4-16 years.

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Behavioural and emotional needs
• Vulnerability and complex individual circumstances

We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Youth Worker to join our dedicated team.

As a Youth Worker, you will:

• Support children and young people with their emotional, social and behavioural development.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Provide individual and group support based on each young person's needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop appropriate coping strategies.
• Support pupils who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Take part in activities that promote communication, social skills, confidence and wellbeing.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to pupils' wider development.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is patient, calm and understanding.
• Has excellent communication and listening skills.
• Can remain calm and professional when faced with challenging situations.
• Understands that every young person is an individual and may need a different approach.
• Is able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Key Information

• Youth Worker role
• Maidenhead based School
• £90 - £105 per day
• Full time
• ASAP Start Youth Worker - Maidenhead - ASAP Start - Full Time

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy