Youth Worker

Youth Support Workers required at a Primary setting in Burnley (BB10) supporting children with additional needs such as ASD, additional learning needs and complex associated behaviours.

This SEN setting supports students to gain valuable life skills, qualifications and confidence to support their journey towards independence.

About the role:

• Supporting with community activities like horse riding, cinema and beach visits
• Supporting with work placements
• Supporting with all aspects of personal care
• Promoting independence in the home environment
• Working with other professionals within care, education and therapeutic services

What are we looking for?

• Positive role models
• Those with experience in a care or education setting
• We will consider those with personal experience supporting friends or family members with special needs
• Individuals who are engaging, enthusiastic and resilient
• Calm people who can communicate well

This is a flexible/adhoc position

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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