Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Luton

Salary: £460 - £500 per week (Full-Time)

Sector: Education and Training

Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term / Flexible

Start Date: Immediate

Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate passionate about helping young people? Do you aspire to become a Youth Offending Officer or support students with special educational needs? We have an exciting opportunity in Luton to join a supportive team working as an SEMH Teaching Assistant with young people facing challenging behaviours, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs or a history of offending behaviour.

This Luton role is an exciting, full-time position offers a blend of working as an SEMH Teaching Assistant and an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer, providing hands-on experience in both education and criminal justice settings. You'll be working with young people aged 4-19, providing support in academic development, rehabilitating at-risk youth, and fostering positive relationships to help them reintegrate into society.

Key Responsibilities:

Youth Offending Officer Focus: Support young offenders in overcoming personal challenges, reducing risky behaviours, and preventing reoffending. Collaborate with probation officers, social workers, and other professionals to create personalised intervention plans.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Focus: Assist students with SEMH needs, manage challenging behaviours, and support academic and personal development.
Build rapport with individuals, guiding them through rehabilitation and skills development.
Promote social integration, responsibility, and healthy choices.
Work alongside professionals to provide holistic support to vulnerable young people.

We're Looking For:

A graduate in Criminology, Psychology, or a related field with a strong interest in youth justice or supporting students with SEMH needs.
While prior experience is beneficial, full training and support will be provided.
A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with young people.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
A proactive attitude and genuine desire to make a difference.
Ideally local to Luton and ready for a full-time or long-term role.

Benefits:

Comprehensive Education and Training: Full training to grow your skills in youth justice and SEMH support.
Flexible Opportunities: Full-time, long-term or part-time options available.
Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and inclusive team where your contributions are valued.
Transport Links: Luton has excellent transport links make commuting easy.

If you're a criminology or psychology graduate, or have a passion for supporting vulnerable young people as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in the education and training sector, apply now! Send your CV to Gary at Academics. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so don't wait to take the next step in your career.