Evening & Weekend Support Worker

Location: Rotherham
Pay Rate: £13 - £18 per hour
Contract Type: Part Time
Duration: Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP

Evening & Weekend Support Worker – Supporting Vulnerable Young People

PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Evening & Weekend Support Worker to support young people within a SEND and Residential SEMH setting in Rotherham. This rewarding ongoing role is ideal for individuals with experience in residential care, support work, youth work, or SEMH environments who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Working during evenings and weekends, you will provide practical, emotional, and behavioural support to help young people develop confidence, resilience, and independence within a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing high-quality support to young people with SEND and SEMH needs
Promoting positive behaviour and implementing behaviour management strategies
Supporting emotional wellbeing and personal development
Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
Encouraging engagement in activities that promote confidence and independence
Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns appropriately
Adhering to safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all young people
Working collaboratively with residential staff, education professionals, and external agencies

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working within residential care, support work, youth work, or a similar setting
SEMH support experience (desirable)
Strong behaviour management skills
A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
Flexible availability to work evenings and weekends

What PK Education Offer:

Competitive hourly rates of £13 - £18 per hour
Flexible part-time working opportunities
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
A rewarding role supporting vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes
PK Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and relevant safeguarding checks.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding evening and weekend role in Rotherham, 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