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Youth Support Worker - Oxford

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Oxford supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges.

This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school.

Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.

What you'll bring to the role:

• A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficulties
• A positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each child
• Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEMH or behavioural needs, is desirable but not essential

Why this role is important:
You'll be supporting students who need extra emotional and behavioural support to engage successfully in their learning. Your contribution will help them achieve personalised goals and develop essential life skills that prepare them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.

Whether you're a graduate seeking experience or someone passionate about making a difference in the community, this role offers valuable hands-on experience and professional development in a specialist SEMH setting.

Details:

• Location: Oxford
• Term-time role
• Salary: 85 - 105 per day
• Start date: September
• Small class sizes with strong senior leadership support

If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your skills in a specialist SEMH environment, apply now! Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don't delay.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Youth Support & Development Worker

Location: Hackney, London

Rate: 24.43 PAYE / 32.92 Umbrella per hour

Hours: 36 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Connect2Hackney are recruiting for an experienced Youth Support & Development Worker to join the London Borough of Hackney's Children and Families Service.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children, young people and families by delivering high-quality youth support services, early help interventions and targeted programmes designed to improve outcomes and support personal development.

The Role

As a Youth Support & Development Worker, you will plan, deliver and evaluate a range of open access and targeted youth work programmes within Youth Hubs, schools and community settings across Hackney. You will build positive relationships with young people, provide individual and group support, and help them access opportunities that promote wellbeing, educational achievement and successful transitions into adulthood.

You will work closely with a range of partners including social care, education, health, youth justice services and community organisations to ensure children and young people receive the right support at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging open access and targeted youth work programmes.
• Support children and young people to improve their physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, including those who may be hard to reach.
• Undertake outreach work within schools and community settings.
• Assess risk and promote the safeguarding and welfare of young people.
• Support young people to access education, training, employment and wider community opportunities.
• Work in partnership with statutory and voluntary agencies to improve outcomes for young people.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and outcome data.
• Contribute to evening, weekend, holiday and residential youth activities.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years' experience working directly with children, young people and families.
• Experience delivering open access and targeted youth work programmes.
• Understanding of safeguarding, child development and early intervention.
• Ability to engage effectively with young people, families and partner agencies.
• Experience working within diverse communities and supporting inclusive practice.
• Strong communication, assessment and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable

• Qualification in Youth Work, Teaching, Social Work, Health or a related discipline.
• Understanding of apprenticeships, participation and NEET support.
• First Aid qualification.
• Experience delivering arts, sports or outdoor education activities.

Why Join?

This role offers the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking service dedicated to helping young people thrive, develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes. You'll be part of a passionate team delivering meaningful support across Hackney's communities.

To apply, please send your updated CV to the Jordan Peat, Talent Partner - (url removed) .

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We are recruiting for dedicated and compassionate Youth Support Workers to join a residential service in Oldham supporting young people aged .

The service provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for young people who may have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, exploitation, family breakdown, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and challenges with independent living.

As a Youth Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting young people on a 1:1 basis and within the home, helping them to build confidence, develop life skills, improve emotional wellbeing, and work towards positive outcomes and independence. This reflects common responsibilities in residential and youth support settings supporting vulnerable young people with mental health and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to young people aged within a residential setting.
• Build positive, professional relationships based on trust, consistency and respect.
• Support young people with their emotional wellbeing, mental health and personal development.
• Deliver 1:1 support sessions and key working responsibilities.
• Promote independence by supporting young people with daily living skills including cooking, budgeting, cleaning, shopping, laundry and managing appointments.
• Support young people to access education, training, employment and community activities.
• Encourage positive decision-making and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Manage challenging behaviour in a calm, professional and trauma-informed manner.
• Support young people affected by substance misuse, risk-taking behaviours and emotional difficulties.
• Promote safeguarding, welfare and positive outcomes at all times.
• Work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Maintain professional boundaries while creating a safe and supportive environment for young people.
• Contribute to maintaining a welcoming, structured and homely residential environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with young people, mental health, supported accommodation, residential care, homelessness, leaving care or social care settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour, emotional needs, mental health difficulties or substance misuse is desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to challenging situations.

Essential Qualities

• Compassionate and empathetic
• Resilient and patient
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to motivate and inspire young people
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity for permanent employment
• Supportive management team
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shift patterns

If you are passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome challenges to achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Youth Support Worker - Wokingham

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Wokingham supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges.

This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school.

Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.

What you'll bring to the role:

• A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficulties
• A positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each child
• Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEMH or behavioural needs, is desirable but not essential

Why this role is important:
You'll be supporting students who need extra emotional and behavioural support to engage successfully in their learning. Your contribution will help them achieve personalised goals and develop essential life skills that prepare them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.

Whether you're a graduate seeking experience or someone passionate about making a difference in the community, this role offers valuable hands-on experience and professional development in a specialist SEMH setting.

Details:

• Location: Wokingham
• Term-time role
• Salary: £95 - £105 per day
• Start date: September
• Small class sizes with strong senior leadership support

If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your skills in a specialist SEMH environment, apply now! Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don't delay.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Youth Support Worker - Oxford

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Oxford supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges.

This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school.

Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.

What you'll bring to the role:

• A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficulties
• A positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each child
• Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEMH or behavioural needs, is desirable but not essential

Why this role is important:
You'll be supporting students who need extra emotional and behavioural support to engage successfully in their learning. Your contribution will help them achieve personalised goals and develop essential life skills that prepare them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.

Whether you're a graduate seeking experience or someone passionate about making a difference in the community, this role offers valuable hands-on experience and professional development in a specialist SEMH setting.

Details:

• Location: Oxford
• Term-time role
• Salary: £85 - £105 per day
• Start date: September
• Small class sizes with strong senior leadership support

If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your skills in a specialist SEMH environment, apply now! Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don't delay.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Youth Development Worker

Location: St Austell, Truro
Salary: 15.00 PAYE per hour
Contract Type: Temporary with the possibility of permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week on a rolling rota (including weekends and bank holidays)

Working Pattern: Monday - Sunday, 8am-8pm (to be discussed)
DBS Requirement: Enhanced Adult & Child

Are you passionate about supporting young people to unlock their potential and build brighter futures? We're looking for two dedicated Youth Development Workers to join a team that provide supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25.

Responsibilities of the Youth Development Worker will include:

• Deliver personalised key worker support and life skills coaching.
• Conduct and update risk assessments and management plans.
• Facilitate 1-to-1 sessions focused on personal development and goal setting.
• Support young people in attending medical appointments.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings to develop effective action plans.
• Lead group activities that foster community and engagement.

The successful Youth Development Worker will have:

• Right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer visa sponsorship).
• Enhanced DBS check (Adult & Child).
• Full driving license and access to a car

Please apply direct or contact Chrissie at the Derby Office for more information.

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