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Aspiring Youth Worker

Academics
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a day
Location

Thatcham, Berkshire RG184NW, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A specialist school in Thatcham is seeking a dedicated Criminology or Psychology graduate to join their team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
  • The role involves supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and requires a commitment to mentoring at-risk youth.
  • The salary for this position ranges from £85 to £95 per day, with hours from Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
  • Candidates should be resilient, empathetic, and eager to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives.
  • This position serves as an excellent stepping stone for those aspiring to careers in Youth Work, Social Work, or Educational Psychology.

Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate eager to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives? Do you aspire to become a Youth Worker, helping at-risk children to make positive life choices?

If so, this role would be the perfect opportunity for you!

A specialist school in Thatcham is seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many of these children have experienced adversity and are vulnerable to gang involvement, anti-social behaviour, and social exclusion. Your role will be to mentor and guide them, fostering resilience, self-confidence and positive decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build trusting relationships with pupils to support their social, emotional and academic development.
  • Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to promote positive behaviours.
  • Assist students in developing coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
  • Work alongside teachers, social workers and therapists to provide emotional support.
  • Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic stepping stone if you are looking to build experience for a future career in:

  • Youth Work
  • Social Work
  • Youth Justice
  • Educational Psychology
  • Counselling & Mentoring

You will gain hands-on experience with at-risk youth, receive specialist training and work closely with professionals in youth intervention, psychology and education.

Location: ThatchamSalary: £85 to £95 per day Start Date: ASAPHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30

If you are resilient, empathetic and committed to making a difference, apply today!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.