Youth Worker

Youth Worker – Full-Time in Wilmslow

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Youth Worker to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Wilmslow. This full-time position starts in October and runs until the end of the academic year, with the opportunity for the role to be made permanent based on performance.

Role Overview:

As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting students' emotional, social, and academic development. You will work with students who may face a variety of challenges, helping them engage positively with their education and fostering a supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Offering one-to-one and small group mentoring to students to address social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students to support their personal development and well-being.
• Assisting students in overcoming barriers to learning, improving their confidence and engagement in school activities.
• Collaborating with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff to develop and implement support strategies for students.
• Helping to manage and de-escalate challenging behavior, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Providing support during break and lunch times, engaging students in constructive activities to promote positive social interactions.
• Encouraging students to set personal goals and guiding them to make positive life choices both in and outside of school.
• Contributing to a positive school culture, ensuring students feel supported, valued, and understood.

Key Details:

• Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week, depending on experience.
• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
• Start Date: October, continuing until the end of the academic year.
• Potential for the role to become permanent, based on performance.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience in youth work, mentoring, or pastoral care who are passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential. If you are empathetic, resilient, and committed to making a positive impact on students' lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding 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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