Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker

Location: Leeds
Pay Rate: £100 - £130 per day
Contract Type: Full Time
Duration: Long Term
Start Date: ASAP

Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker – Make a Difference in Young Lives

PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker to join a supportive SEND setting in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience supporting vulnerable young people who is passionate about helping learners overcome barriers to education and achieve positive outcomes.

Working closely with students who may present with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, you will provide therapeutic and emotional support, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing therapeutic and emotional support to pupils with additional needs
Building positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable learners
Supporting behaviour intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
Promoting positive engagement, wellbeing, and personal development
Supporting students to access learning and achieve their individual targets
Contributing to a trauma-informed approach across the setting

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)
A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
Experience with behaviour intervention and de-escalation strategies
A background in youth work, mentoring, support work, or similar roles
Previous therapeutic support experience
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What PK Education Offer:

Competitive daily rates of pay
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for ongoing professional development
The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
Long-term opportunities within supportive educational settings
PK Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills to help learners overcome barriers to success, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an immediate start
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed