Job Description:

Aspiring Youth Worker - Learning Support Assistant - Swindon - SEMH

Are you interested in working with young people who need additional support to overcome personal challenges, build confidence and reach their potential?

Are you considering a career in Youth Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Criminal Justice or Rehabilitation? This could be an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a specialist educational setting in Swindon.

We are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to work with young people who experience social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

The setting supports pupils who may have faced difficult experiences in their lives and, as a result, can struggle with emotional regulation, relationships, behaviour and engagement in education. Some pupils may present with anxiety, challenging behaviour or additional needs such as Autism, ADHD and OCD.

As a Learning Support Assistant, your role will be about much more than supporting classroom learning. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference by building positive relationships, providing consistency and helping young people develop the skills they need to move forward.

The Opportunity - Learning Support Assistant

• Support young people with SEMH needs, including Autism, ADHD, OCD and complex social and emotional difficulties.

• Provide individual and small-group support, helping pupils engage with their learning and daily routines.

• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may find it difficult to build connections with adults.

• Encourage emotional regulation, positive behaviour and effective coping strategies.

• Help young people develop confidence, independence, resilience and self-esteem.

• Gain valuable experience working within a specialist setting that takes a restorative, trauma-informed approach.

• Work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to provide consistent, individualised support.

• Receive specialist training, including Team Teach and safeguarding.

Who Would Suit This Role?

This opportunity would be particularly suited to graduates or individuals looking to build a career working with vulnerable children and young people.

You may have studied or be interested in:

• Psychology

• Criminology

• Youth Work

• Mental Health

• Social Sciences

• Criminal Justice or Youth Justice

• Counselling or Rehabilitation

Previous experience within education or SEMH settings would be beneficial but is not essential. We are particularly interested in individuals who are patient, emotionally resilient, approachable and committed to helping young people make positive changes.

Key Information

• Position: Learning Support Assistant

• Location: Swindon

• Setting: Specialist SEMH provision

• Pay: £90-£105 per day

• Start Date: Immediate opportunities available

• Training: Team Teach and safeguarding training provided

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful experience in a specialist educational environment while developing skills that could support a future career in youth work, mental health, psychology or rehabilitation.

If you're motivated by the opportunity to make a difference and want to help young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Swindon!

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