Aspiring Youth Worker- Swindon- SEMH

Aspiring Youth Worker- Swindon- SEMH

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people and considering a future career in Youth Work, Mental Health, Probation or Rehabilitation?

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Learning Support Assistant within a specialist educational setting in Swindon, supporting young people with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

The education setting provides a holistic and restorative approach to education, behaviour and personal development. Pupils may have experienced significant challenges or trauma and can find it difficult to form positive relationships, manage their emotions and engage consistently with education. Some students may display high levels of anxiety or challenging behaviour, making empathy, patience and the ability to build trusting relationships essential.

If you are passionate about helping vulnerable young people overcome barriers, improve their confidence and achieve their potential, this could be an ideal opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop your career as a Learning Support Assistant.

Learning Support Assistant Summary:

Specialist provision supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, OCD, ADHD and complex social needs
An excellent Learning Support Assistant opportunity for graduates or aspiring professionals interested in Youth Work, Probation, Rehabilitation, Mental Health or Youth Justice
Supporting pupils with a wide range of learning needs, abilities and levels of engagement with education
A strong focus on understanding trauma, positive reinforcement and building pupils' confidence, self-esteem and emotional resilience
Pupils may live at home with parents or guardians, or be supported within residential or foster care settings
A rewarding opportunity to gain experience within a specialist SEMH environment and develop your understanding of mental health, youth work and rehabilitation
Immediate start available- £90-£105 per day
Specialist Team Teach and safeguarding training provided
The education setting values Learning Support Assistants who are motivated, understand the importance of setting clear objectives and are keen to continue developing their own knowledge and experience within an SEMH setting
A degree in Criminology, Psychology or a related subject would be highly desirableIf you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Swindon, please apply!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed