Youth Worker

? Youth Worker to Teaching Assistant - September 2025 Starts!

?? Swindon | Full-Time | SEND Schools | Paid Training Provided

Are you a Youth Worker, volunteer, or someone passionate about working with young people?
Would you love to bring your skills into a school setting and support young people with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to work as Trainee Teaching Assistants in a SEND school in Swindon, starting in September 2025.

???? About the Role:

• Job Title: Youth Worker / Trainee Teaching Assistant
• Location: Swindon
• Start Date: September 2025
• Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30)
• Pay: £85 - £130 per day (PAYE, negotiable based on experience)
• Age Group: 11-16 year olds with SEMH and additional needs

You will work alongside teachers and other professionals to support students who need academic guidance, emotional regulation, and a trusted adult in their day-to-day school life. You do not need school-based experience - just a genuine interest and passion for helping young people.

?? What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting students with challenging behaviour and emotional needs
• Helping with classwork and creating a safe learning space
• Encouraging positive routines, confidence and independence
• Being a mentor, role model and consistent presence
• Full training provided - no teaching qualifications required!

? Who Should Apply?

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience in youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, care work, or volunteering with children
• Can build strong relationships and communicate with empathy
• Are resilient, adaptable, and passionate about inclusion
• Want a rewarding full-time role with real impact

? Why Join Tradewind?

• We'll provide a FREE in-house training course to prepare you
• Access to 2,500+ CPD courses via The National College
• Top pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE - no umbrella fees!
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• A dedicated consultant to support your journey
• Join a supportive, inclusive team of educators

?? Ready to Start?

?? Click 'Apply now' to begin your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant in Swindon this January 2025.
Or get in touch with Michelle Withers at:
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?? Tradewind Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
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