Youth Worker - SEMH

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Youth Worker/Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role involves mentoring and building strong relationships with young people aged 11-16 in a specialist educational setting. You will engage students using skills from sports, drama, or counseling, ensuring their participation in school activities. This is a full-time position with the potential for contract extension or a permanent role, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youths.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEMH or PRU settings is essential.
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build connections with young people as a mentor.
• Support pupils in classroom and vocational activities.

Skills

Mentoring Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

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Prospero Teaching - SEMH School Youth Worker/TA

Prospero Teaching is working with a Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) school in Hulme. The school caters to students with additional needs and mental health issues.

The role is available to start as soon as possible, with the potential to remain for the entire academic year.

The school provides education for pupils with an educational plan to receive their education in a specialist setting, as mainstream education is not suitable for them.

The pupils are aged 11-16 years old, in KS3/4, all with EHCP plans and additional needs.

Many pupils have experienced trauma, neglect, or chaotic home lives.

Your role involves building connections with young people, acting as a mentor and role model.

Due to barriers in the classroom, forming strong relationships with pupils is essential.

You will use mentoring skills—similar to those used in sports, drama, or counselling—to engage students and support their participation in school activities.

You will support pupils both in the classroom and on vocational activities outside the classroom.

This position is open to experienced mentors and those with a strong background in mentoring children and young adults. Depending on performance, there may be opportunities for contract extension or a permanent role.

Contract/Position Details

• Location: Hulme (M15)
• Position: Youth Worker/TA
• Type of work: Classroom support
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: Full academic year
• Contract type: Temporary to permanent
• Full-time
• Pay rate: GBP 108 per day
• Hours: Monday to Friday (term time only)

Experience, Training, and Qualifications

• Previous experience in similar settings, SEMH, or PRU
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent preferred
• GCSE Maths and English; computer literate

Eligibility for this role through Prospero Teaching requires:

• Right to work in the UK
• An enhanced child DBS certificate registered with the update service or willingness to apply for one
• Two professional child-related references covering the last two years