Youth Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have experience working with children who have faced challenges in mainstream education? They are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Youth Worker to join our team in Runcorn at a alternative provision, where we provide a supportive environment for students to thrive and achieve their potential.

About Them: The alternative provision is a unique educational setting designed to give young people, who may have special educational needs or have struggled in mainstream school, the opportunity to succeed. They offer a wide range of vocational courses, including Hair and Beauty, Construction, and more, equipping the students with the skills they need to progress to further education and beyond.

The Role: As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting both the students and tutors. You will be responsible for providing 1-1 support and pupil intervention, helping to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued and encouraged. Your ability to connect with young people, understand their needs, and offer guidance will be crucial in helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate support to students who have experienced difficulties in mainstream education.
• Assist tutors in delivering a range of vocational subjects, ensuring that all students are engaged and supported.
• Offer 1-1 support and intervention to students, tailored to their individual needs.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel safe and motivated.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to monitor and track student progress.

The Ideal Candidate: They are looking for someone who is:

• Empathetic: You understand the challenges our students face and are committed to supporting their emotional and educational needs.
• Resilient: You can remain calm and positive in challenging situations, always focusing on the best outcomes for our students.
• Driven: You are motivated to help young people succeed, going above and beyond to ensure they have the best possible opportunities.

Requirements:

• Experience working with young people, particularly those who have faced difficulties in mainstream education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

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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