Youth Worker

Youth Worker – SEN/SEMH SchoolsLocation: WiltshireHours: 08:30–15:30, Monday–Friday. Full and Part tine roles are available.Start Date: January 2026Protocol Education are working with a range of SEN schools across Wiltshire, looking for passionate youth workers to bring their skills into the classroom.These schools focus on building life skills and confidence through a flexible, practical curriculum. Pupils have a variety of needs including ASD, SEMH and behavioural challenges. Every child has an EHCP to guide their support. You’ll be working 1:1 with pupils and supporting in class, so adaptability and positivity are key.Your youth work background will help you: Support pupils through daily challenges and emotionsBuild confidence and resilienceBe a positive role model and mentorCreate fun, meaningful learning opportunities We’re looking for someone who: Believes every child can succeedBrings creativity, energy and patience to the roleCan adapt quickly and engage learners in different waysIs caring, resilient, and committed to pupil wellbeing What Protocol offers: Competitive pay (reflecting your experience)Free CPD, webinars, and term-time trainingECT support network£50 refer-a-friend bonusCV writing support and career guidance Protocol Education is an REC-audited, Investor in People, CPD-accredited agency, proud to hold the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2022.To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK.If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to bring your youth work skills into SEN education, apply todayAll applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.