Youth Worker

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Youth Worker – Full-Time Opportunity in Levenshulme

Teaching Personnel is seeking a committed Youth Worker to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Levenshulme. This full-time position begins in December and extends to the end of the academic year, with the potential to become permanent based on performance. Weekly pay ranges from £419.25 to £500.

Role Overview:

The Youth Worker will play a key role in promoting positive relationships, supporting personal development, and engaging students in a supportive school environment. This role requires a proactive, empathetic approach to working with young people who may face barriers in their academic and personal lives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Student Mentorship and Engagement: Provide mentoring support to students on an individual and group basis, encouraging positive personal choices, social skills, and resilience.
  • Behavioural and Emotional Support: Work closely with students needing additional guidance to help them develop coping strategies, confidence, and constructive ways to handle emotions and conflict.
  • Collaboration with School Staff: Work alongside teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SEN coordinators to foster an inclusive school environment, ensuring each student’s needs are met.
  • Building Positive Relationships: Establish rapport with students, helping them feel understood and valued, particularly those who may be experiencing personal or social challenges.
  • Attendance and Engagement Monitoring: Track students’ attendance, engagement, and progress, providing feedback and collaborating with the school to ensure students receive well-rounded support.
  • Assistance in School and Extracurricular Activities: Support students in various settings, from classrooms to extracurricular activities, offering them guidance, encouragement, and a reliable point of contact.
  • Advocacy and Referrals: Act as an advocate for students, helping them access resources and services when needed, and ensuring that each young person is empowered and supported.
  • Behaviour Management: Implement school-wide behaviour policies, applying de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies when required to maintain a safe, positive environment for all students.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
  • Experience in Youth Support: Prior experience as a Youth Worker or in a similar role, especially within an educational or youth setting, is highly desirable.
  • Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect effectively with young people, build trust, and engage them in meaningful ways.
  • Empathetic and Patient: A compassionate approach with a high degree of patience, particularly when supporting students who may present with behavioural or emotional challenges.
  • Adaptable and Resilient: Capable of responding calmly and effectively in a dynamic school environment, managing varied situations with flexibility.
  • Team Player: Collaborative approach to working with staff, dedicated to maintaining a supportive, inclusive school atmosphere.
  • Safeguarding Commitment: A proactive commitment to safeguarding, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.
Position Details:
  • Start Date: December
  • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
  • Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week
  • Contract: Temporary until the end of the academic year, with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance.

This is an incredible opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people in developing confidence, resilience, and a positive outlook. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in students' lives, apply today through Teaching Personnel to join this Levenshulme secondary school.

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.
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