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Academics Ltd

Horsham

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

30 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking an Aspiring Youth Worker to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children facing challenges. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) and mental health issues. You'll engage with students aged 5-18, helping them overcome barriers and thrive in a nurturing environment. With comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression, this position offers a rewarding path for those looking to contribute positively to the lives of vulnerable youth. If you have a background in psychology, criminology, or sociology and a heart for helping others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Comprehensive Training and Development

Generous Holiday Allowance

Career Progression

Making a real difference to children's lives

Experience in supporting children with SEN and challenging behaviour.
Understanding of mental health issues and trauma.

Assist the class teacher in providing learning experiences.
Support students with behaviour and pastoral needs.
Ensure safeguarding of students in line with procedures.

Patience

Understanding of challenging behaviour

Proactive approach

Adaptability

Relationship building

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Sociology

Aspiring Youth Worker

This role is ideal if you have experience in SEN, a psychology, criminology 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 Worker to support children with moderate learning difficulties and additional mental health needs. This school is based in Horsham for children aged 5-18 and specializes in SEMH to provide exceptional education and support for traumatized 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 of challenging behaviour.
Always be adaptable in any given 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!

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