Jobs, fresher vacancy - Youth Worker • Greater Manchester

Company: Teaching Personnel Ltd

Greater Manchester

Teaching Personnel are recruiting on behalf of an SEMH provision seeking a skilled and compassionate Youth Worker to join their team as a Teaching Assistant from September.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Youth Worker looking to use their skills supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH) in an educational setting.About the Role: You will support young people with SEMH needs by providing behaviour intervention, emotional support, and helping them engage with learning. Working alongside teachers and support staff, you’ll contribute to a positive, nurturing environment that encourages growth and resilience.Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and group support to students with SEMH needs Assist in implementing behaviour and learning support plans Use your experience in youth work to build positive relationships and support emotional wellbeing Promote positive behaviour and social skills development Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and external agencies to support student progress Monitor and record behavioural and emotional developments Who We’re Looking For: Experience working as a Youth Worker or in a similar role supporting young people Understanding of SEMH needs and behaviour management strategies Excellent communication, patience, and empathy Ability to work effectively in a team and remain calm in challenging situations Relevant qualifications or training in youth work, behaviour support, or education (desirable but not essential) Why Apply? Competitive salary and benefits Opportunity to transfer and develop your youth work skills in an educational environment Supportive team and professional development opportunities Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing SEMH challenges If you’re a Youth Worker ready to take the next step into an SEMH Teaching Assistant role, apply now!Send your CV 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.