Youth Support Worker

Youth Support Worker

Full-time position available from January 2025

Salary: £450 – £550 per week 

Working hours: Monday – Friday, term-time only, approximately 8.30am – 4pm

Youth Support Worker required for a welcoming school based in Leeds from January 2025.

Educators with a genuine passion for working with hard-to-reach young people and children are urged to apply. Previous experience supporting Social Emotional and Mental Health needs or Special Educational Needs is desirable due to the nature of the role. If this sounds like the role for you, please see the details below.

Highlights:

• Recent Graduates urged to apply: ideal for those in SEN, Childhood Studies, Psychology, and related fields.
• Support Experience: Suitable for individuals with a background in supporting children and young people.
• Transferable Skills: We welcome support staff from all backgrounds; full training and support will be provided.

About the school:

Our partner school is renowned for its excellent provisions, modern facilities, and a supportive school community. They are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for students with specialist learning needs, helping each child reach their full potential and making a positive impact on their lives.

 Roles and responsibilities:

• 1:1 and Small Group Support: Provide tailored support to individual students and small groups of up to 3-6 pupils across a range of key stages.
• Behaviour Management: Implement effective strategies to support positive behaviour and manage challenging behaviour.
• Individualised Plans: Work alongside teachers to develop and implement individualised education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s needs.
• Mentoring and Guidance: Provide emotional and social support to students, helping them build self-esteem and resilience.
• Classroom Assistance: Support teachers in delivering lessons and managing classroom activities.

 Essential requirements:

• A genuine passion for supporting the teaching and learning of vulnerable young adults and children.
• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a SEN or support setting.
• Empathy, patience, and strong communication skills to effectively support our students.
• Resilience and the ability to work with all levels of needs.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and caring school community.
• Make a significant difference in the lives of children and young people with specialist learning needs.

If you are enthusiastic about working with young people and children and are excited about joining a passionate team, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your updated CV via the links provided or contact Michaela at i-teachers for further information.