Aspiring Youth Worker - Academics : Job Details

Aspiring Youth Worker

This role is ideal if you have experience in SEN, a psychology, crimimology or sociology degree and, have career aspirations to become a Youth Worker.

Are you dedicated to supporting children who have come from hardship?

Are you keen to gain experience with children who have SEN?

We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Youth Workerto supporting children with moderate learning difficulties and, additional mental health needs. This school is based in Lewes for children aged 4-16 and, has speciailised in SEMH to provide exceptional education and support for traumatised children and young people.

You will be helping children who have come from trauma/neglected backgrounds, challenging behaviour, ADHD or Autism and also have developed mental health issues due to their needs and require additional support with improving social, emotional and mental well-being.

Benefits of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Comprehensive Training and Development.
• Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
• Career Progression in your dream job role.
• You will make a real difference to the lives of the children.

Responsibilities of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
• Behaviour and pastoral support.
• Take an active role in forward planning with therapists.
• Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students.
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD.

Requirements of an Aspiring Youth Worker:

• Proactive approach.
• Impose patience and, understanding.
• Have an understanding with challenging behaviour.
• Always be adaptable in any give situation.
• To be able to develop trusting and positive relationships with students.

Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!