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Allsorts is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to help us deliver our vision of a world where LGBTQ+ children and young people are free to be themselves. The Youth Worker will primarily deliver high-quality, inclusive and responsive youth groups and short programmes that empower LGBTQ+ young people to thrive. This includes planning, facilitating and evaluating sessions alongside Youth Group Workers and working collaboratively with local youth organisations to be present in their youth spaces. The role will also have a focus on supporting trans and non binary young people through dedicated programmes such as Evolve and Waiting Well. Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations, the Youth Worker will ensure that young people have access to safe spaces, meaningful activities and holistic support that build confidence, wellbeing and life skills. They will champion youth participation throughout service delivery, maintain high standards of safeguarding and record keeping, and contribute to ongoing monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting Key responsibilities: Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive youth groups pan Sussex Youth participation and youth voice Partnership and multi-agency working Monitor, record and evaluate impact About You: You have experience working with children and young people in a youth or similar setting. You bring strong energy, enthusiasm and creativity to frontline youth provision. While you don t need to identify as LGBTQ+, you must have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities and a commitment to equity and inclusion. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to help develop the Youth & Education Service at a well-respected Sussex-based organisation. You ll be part of a team that s passionate about making a real difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ children, young people, and their families. About Allsorts: Allsorts' mission is to listen to, connect, and support children and young people under the age of 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer (LGBTQ+), or exploring their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. By placing children and young people s voices at the centre of our work, we ensure that our understanding of their ongoing and evolving needs continues to inform our service provision. There are three main strands to our service provision, all of which aim to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ children and young people. Youth and Education Service We offer youth groups, programmes, one-to-one support, activities, residential trips, in-school support, and much more for children and young people across Sussex. Parents & Carers Service. We offer groups, one-to-one support, activities, information sessions, and much more for parents & carers of LGBTQ+ children and young people across Sussex. Training and Consultancy Service We provide LGBTQ+ Inclusion Training for a wide range of organisations, with a focus on organisations working with children and young people. Our goal is to help build people s knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and their confidence in being effective allies to LGBTQ+ children, young people and adults. Annual Leave: 27 days, plus bank holidays, pro rata. Pension: Allsorts Youth Project is part of Royal London s pension scheme and contributes 8% towards your pension. DBS & References: All staff are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check & references.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic NYAS Cymru team. We are currently seeking to appoint a Project Worker to conduct Return Home Interviews with children and young people living in South Wales, who have returned after being missing from home or care. This role will be full time, working 35 hours per week, and will be fixed term for 6 months with the possibility of extension (maternity cover). The role will be home based with some travel to a Basic Command Unit in Swansea Neath Port Talbot or Cwm Taf Morgannwg (Bridgend, Merthyr and Rhondda Cynon Taff). Working alongside our project worker team and partner agency, South Wales Police, you will provide support for children and young people to explore the reasons for being missing, identifying risks and vulnerabilities to exploitation, ensuring reports are completed within the agreed timescale. The successful candidate will work on an agile basis and will primarily involve extensive travel across the Swansea Neath Port Talbot area or Cwm Taf Morgannwg area with occasional requests for return home interview support across the force wide area. About you We are looking for a proactive and dynamic team member with significant experience of direct work with children and young people, within a social care environment, including those who have been and / or at risk of being exploited. You will have the ability to work creatively with children and young people, responding to high service demand, with excellent interpersonal and report writing skills. If you feel you could be an ideal candidate to join our NYAS Cymru team, we would love to hear from you. You will receive a full induction with ongoing opportunities for continued professional development. With regular support and supervision from your line manager and the opportunity to partake in various staff wellbeing activities and initiatives. When completing the application form, it is important that you refer to the person specification within the job description and detail how you can evidence the criteria. The job description can be located at the right hand side of this page. NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, South Wales Police Vetting and a Digital Risk Assessment. In accordance with UK immigration law, NYAS is required to ensure that all prospective candidates have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Therefore, proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications. About NYAS As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people, and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented, and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld. We work with care-experienced children, young people, and adults who are often reliant on statutory services suffering the negative impact of the cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure that they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment which means NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic. NYAS is proud to share that we are a Disability Confident Employer and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. Work with us to help change young lives.

You will support the development and delivery of our schools, youth centre and detached programmes. This will consist of one to ones and group work with young people within schools, detached work in designated areas as well as centre-based provision. You will be responsible for building strong, professional relationships with young people and adapting and coordinating a service around their needs. You will work in partnership with the other Youth Workers on the team, the Youth & Community Manager, schools and youth organisations around the county as well as the wider voluntary sector and statutory partners You will work also in the community to identify and support volunteers to become engaged within our services and provision. You will collate a range of data, information and imagery that creates evidence of your work and the impact it is making not only to young people but also to the wider community.

Role: Waking Night Support Worker Location - Cannock Pay: £14.86 per hour - 37.5 hours per week You will need to have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Become a Support Worker in Children's Residential Care Are you ready to start with a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services. At Inspire, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Waking Nights Support Worker, based within Dudley every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. At Inspire it is imperative and important that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside the box thinking. We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations, events and fundraising. Our teams are fully committed to Inspires' goals, they understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. Excellent opportunity for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join our home in Dudley. The home is rated Good in all areas with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities. The home can accommodate up to 6 Young people, all the Children & Young People we support have a learning disability, Autism, epilepsy and can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non-verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton. Our guiding principles are: Integrity, it is the foundation of what we do. A nurturing approach to our young people and staff and a passion that will drive your commitment to achieve the very best for our children. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a hands-on approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. Preferred but not Essential Experience in Residential Childcare Environment (Preferred) Level 4 Children's and Young People or equivalent (Preferred but not essential) Driver (company provide a car during working hours) Able to work unsociable hours (evenings and nights including weekends) New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas Reward and Benefits Competitive salary including enhanced qualified rates Paid induction programme Dedicated learning and development programmes including fully funded QCF Level 4 Face to face therapeutic training Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic Free DBS check Free parking Free meals on shift (residential homes only) Refer a friend scheme' reward system - earn £1,000 per referral Pension scheme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Company vehicle to use when in work CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants Being part of one of the UK's leading specialist therapeutic providers Terms and Conditions apply Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Youth Worker - HeywoodA supportive and forward-thinking school in Heywood is seeking a Youth Worker to work with pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support on a full-time basis.This role is ideal for individuals who have experience engaging young people in community, youth or outreach settings and can act as a consistent, positive role model. You will work closely with pupils at risk of exclusion or those transitioning back into mainstream education and you will be able to demonstrate you are someone who can build trust, promote resilience and encourage positive routines.As a Youth Worker, you will focus on supporting behaviour both on a 1:1 basis and as part of a whole-school approach. You will help pupils develop positive routines, regulate their emotions and re-engage with learning. Many pupils will have social, emotional or behavioural needs, and may have experienced challenges in previous settings.This is a dynamic role that suits someone who can stay calm, communicate effectively and adapt to the needs of different individuals.Key Responsibilities- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis who require additional behavioural guidance- Provide whole-school behaviour support, helping pupils reintegrate into lessons- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may be at risk of exclusion- Act as a mentor and role model for young people with social, emotional or behavioural needs- Encourage engagement, resilience and emotional regulation- Work closely with pastoral staff, behaviour teams and senior leaders- Support transitions back into mainstream classrooms or routinesYouth Workers often bring strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and the ability to connect with young people who need consistency and understanding. Your experience in de-escalation, mentoring and youth engagement is highly valued within a school environment.Applicants with sports coaching or sports leadership experience are also encouraged to apply. Physical activity can be a powerful tool to engage pupils, build rapport and promote positive behaviour, particularly for young people who respond best to active, practical support.We also welcome applicants with experience in:-Youth Work or community youth projects-Behaviour mentoring or outreach support-Sports coaching or sports leadership-SEMH environments-Alternative provision or pupil referral units-Pastoral, safeguarding or behaviour support rolesIdeal candidates will be:-Confident and resilient-Able to stay calm under pressure-Skilled at building relationships with young people-Consistent, reliable and positive in their approach-Able to work proactively within a team.If you are ready to make a positive impact and support young people who need a reliable, motivating role model, apply today. A consultant will contact you to discuss the next steps.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Cover Supervisors Needed in Secondary Schools - Cardiff & Surrounding Areas - Start ASAP!Are you confident leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively?Do you want flexible, rewarding work in secondary schools across Cardiff, Caerphilly, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Vale of Glamorgan, and surrounding areas?Aspire People are recruiting reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across the region.We have both long-term, full-time roles and flexible day-to-day opportunities to suit your schedule.The RoleDeliver pre-set lessons in the absence of the class teacherMaintain strong classroom control and manage behaviour confidentlyEnsure pupils remain on task and complete work setFollow the school's behaviour policy consistently and effectivelyProvide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviourSupport a positive, focused learning environmentWho We're Looking ForExperience working with young people in a school or similar settingStrong classroom and behaviour management skillsAbility to remain calm, confident, and professional in the classroomGood communication and organisational skillsRegistered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to obtain registrationWe welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:Graduates considering a career in teachingTeaching Assistants ready to step up into a Cover Supervisor roleYouth workers, mentors, or coaches with experience supporting young peopleAspire People Can Offer YouFlexible work to suit your scheduleSupportive schools that value strong classroom leadershipHoliday pay you can use anytimeAccess to free CPD e-learning courses with certification, including safeguarding and behaviour management trainingA dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placementGenerous referral bonus - up to £250 when your referral works 20 days for usApply TodayReady to gain classroom experience and work flexibly across Cardiff and surrounding areas?Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Behaviour Support Assistant Are you looking for a role where every small step forward is a huge achievement? We're looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school where building relationships comes first. This is a role for someone where no two days are the same, but your patience and commitment to learning will make a positive impact each and every day. What you'll be doing Working 1:1 with pupils, supporting behavioural and emotional needs Helping pupils to feel safe and understood whilst building strong and trusting relationships Using a calm and consistent approach to de-escalate situations Working as a team with teachers and pastoral staff to implement behaviour strategies Helping pupils re-engage with learning whilst encouraging positive changes What we're looking for Experience working with children or young people with behavioural needs (school-based or similar) Backgrounds in youth work, care, coaching or education are also valued Confidence managing challenging behaviour A calm, patient and resilient mindset Someone who genuinely wants to make a difference Why candidates choose this role Clear routines and expectations Opportunities to develop behaviour management skills Rewarding, purpose-driven work Why Protocol education? A consultant who listens Access to CPD, including thrive training All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Deputy Youth Work Manager Are you motivated, energetic and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and colleagues/volunteers? Are you passionate about helping young people unlock their potential? If you're fun, full of energy, yet know how to stay composed under pressure, then this role might be just what you're looking for. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Deputy Youth Work Manager Location: Crewe (until the site on Oak Street in Crewe, is fully operational, you will be required to work in other locations. Some hybrid working may be required) Salary: £35,000pa (Dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, which will include evenings/weekends. Benefits: 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays). Workplace pension Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Free meals on duty (once open). Free gym access (once open). Access to OnSide's Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 25th May 2026 About the Role As a key part of the delivery team, you'll be at the heart of the action, leading the way in projects with an educational focus. You will also have specific oversight of education partnerships and participation. Your mission? To create an exciting, high-quality programme that's fun, engaging and truly makes a difference all while keeping young people at the centre of everything you do. No two days are the same, so you'll need to be versatile, leading the creation of educational programmes while supporting both the recruitment and development of the delivery team. You'll also be responsible for the smooth implementation and operation of educational programmes, whilst supporting the rest of the core Youth Work offer as needed. You'll be a crucial part of the team, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive! Key responsibilities include: Staffing and management The youth work offer and programme Safety and safeguarding Leadership and networking Evaluation and reporting If you're passionate about giving young people the best experiences and opportunities, this is the role for you! About You You will have: Proven experience in creating, developing and leading SEND/SEMH youth programmes, creating a safe environment to deliver engaging programmes for diverse youth demographics (ages 8-19, up to 25 with additional needs/disabilities). Experience in working with external partners to develop and deliver a programme of activities that enhance the Youth Work offer. Safeguarding knowledge, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Confidence as a communicator, enabling you to engage with young people and work professionally with staff and partners. Experience managing behaviour and supporting conflict resolution. Staff management experience with awareness of HR processes (performance, attendance, rota planning). Experience in planning and coordinating programmes, including health & safety, scheduling and budgeting. If you are passionate about youth work, committed to empowering young people and understand the issues facing young people their families and the youth work process, including contextual safeguarding apply today! You will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than one page) covering: Why do you want to work for here? Looking at the person specification: briefly describe how your skills and experience (including lived experience) make you a good candidate for this role. (200 words max). How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equity and respect. Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed). Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the experience, skills, knowledge and aptitudes listed, throughout the recruitment process. However, if you don't meet every single requirement but feel you have strong and relevant transferrable skills or lived experience to draw from, we encourage you to apply anyway. Why? Studies have shown that women and Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria/competency. The organisation is dedicated to driving change and to building diverse, inclusive and authentic workplaces, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, please tell us how your experience is transferable you may be just the right candidate! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 - 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Worker, Youth Club Leader, Youth Club Lead, After School Club, Community Lead, Activities Manager, Activities Coordinator, Teaching Assistant, School Support, Youth Work, Family Support Worker, Children's Support Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.

Sports Coach Teaching Assistant Pathway Pay: £92.63 per day Hours: School hours, Monday-Friday (no weekends) Are you a Sports Coach , Activity Leader , or Youth Worker looking to step into a school-based Teaching Assistant role ? If you love working with young people and want a stable, rewarding career in education, this Llanelli opportunity is the perfect next step. This role uses your coaching background - confidence, communication, behaviour management, energy - and develops you into a classroom-ready Teaching Assistant . Why This Role Is Ideal for Sports Coaches Use your existing skills while gaining new classroom experience CPD Training and support provided No planning, no marking School hours only - evenings and weekends free A clear pathway into long-term TA roles or teacher training What You'll Be Doing Daily This is not a PE-only role - it's a full Teaching Assistant position where your sports background gives you an advantage. Supporting teachers in the classroom across a range of subjects Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who need extra support Helping manage behaviour using your coaching confidence Assisting with classroom activities, resources, and learning tasks Encouraging teamwork, resilience, and positive attitudes Leading short activity breaks or movement-based tasks when needed Occasionally supporting PE lessons - but your main role is in class Desirable Experience Sports coaching in schools, clubs, camps, or community settings Experience working with children or young people Youth work, mentoring, or activity leadership Strong communication and behaviour-management skills Ability to motivate and engage pupils Confident, proactive, and positive attitude Interest in progressing into Teaching Assistant , Learning Support , or Education roles Who This Role Suits Sports Coaches wanting a stable school-based career Graduates in sport, coaching, youth work, or related fields Activity Leaders looking for weekday work Anyone wanting a pathway into teaching or education Location Llanelli & Swansea 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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Children s Development Worker Join an award-winning organisation tackling Violence Against Women and Children. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Children s Development Worker, to provide specialist support to children affected by domestic abuse. Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing culturally responsive services that recognise the experiences of Black and minoritised children. Safeguarding is at the heart of their practice, and they are committed to protecting the welfare of women, children and adults at risk. Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept female applicants and candidates must be able to speak a South Asian Language. Position: Children s Development Worker Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Walsall) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Contract until 31st October 2027 Closing Date: 2nd June 2026 The Role Working as part of a team, the job may involve working weekends, unsociable hours, and bank holidays and you will be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and young people. Duties include: Design and deliver an age-appropriate programme of structured and free play activities to support children s wellbeing and development. Identify individual support needs and coordinate with colleagues and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health and social care) to ensure needs are met. Build positive relationships with children and young people, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and safe. Promote safeguarding and follow child protection procedures, including advocacy and attendance at relevant multi-agency meetings when required. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems, producing monthly/quarterly reports against agreed outcomes. Create opportunities for children, young people and parents/carers to participate, provide feedback and shape service delivery. Plan and organise resources and activities (including offsite and holiday provision), evaluating sessions to drive continuous improvement. About You You will have experience of working with children and young people aged 0 18 years old and be able to speak at least one South Asian language. You will also have: A good standard of education, including a minimum of level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. NNEB Diploma/BTEC in Nursery nursing / NVQ3/CQS in childcare or equivalent Experience of devising and delivering creative play activities for children that assist in their holistic needs. Experience of working as part of a team and able to demonstrate your positive influence on team dynamics Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Able to listen actively and adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the recipient. Able to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent. Be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Important Information This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 Enhanced DBS check required You may also have experience in roles such as Children s Development Worker, Children s Case Worker, Abuse Support Worker, Support Worker, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Activities Coordinator, Nursery, Nursery Nurse, Primary School, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Support, Teaching Support, School Support Assistant, Youth Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.

Are you a graduate passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Are you interested in helping teenagers make positive choices, and avoid a life of crime? Do you aspire to become a Youth Outreach Worker and want hands-on experience supporting children with mental health needs? A Specialist Provision in Salisbury are looking for a patient, proactive and compassionate graduate to join their team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant. In this role, you will provide one-to-one support, assist in managing emotional well-being and help create a positive learning environment for students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. This is the perfect opportunity if you are a graduate looking to build your experience in the mental health/youth sector. The students you will be supporting have a range of complex mental health difficulties, including struggles when regulating their own emotions, low self-esteem and attachment issues. You will help show the students the value of learning and education, as well as the benefits of positive decision making, and keeping themselves safe. You will also help implement intervention strategies, influenced by Psychological and Criminological theory, and improve their interpersonal skills, to help them when they leave school in the future. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will gain invaluable experience supporting teenagers in need of emotional and behavioural support. You will work closely with the Mental Health professionals on site at the school, to ensure every child is reaching their full potential, and receive training in behaviour management and safeguarding. You will also develop the skills and confident required to work in Youth Outreach or Criminal Justice in the future, the perfect opportunity for a graduate. The Salisbury School are looking for a graduate who is empathetic, resilient, with excellent communication skills. An understanding of Psychology, Criminology, Social Work or Education would be beneficial. Aspiring Youth Worker SEMH Teaching Assistant ASAP Start Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm £90 - £100 per day Salisbury If this is the role for you then don't hesitate - apply today! Aspiring Youth Worker - Salisbury - Mental Health - Youth Worker - Aspiring Youth Worker - Salisbury - Aspiring Youth Worker - Aspiring Youth Worker

Could you be the glitter to our glue? Lufton College has 2 sites across 40 acres of beautiful countryside. We support young people and adults, between the age of 16 - 25, that have autism with additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours across day, 38 and 52 week placements. Our college aims to enrich and support students as they enter this important part of adulthood. Due to growth, we are recruiting for Youth Support Workers to join our team. Our mission is to make extraordinary days, everyday by giving our young people the skills and support to shine their brightest No two days are ever the same and that is what makes this role exciting! You might find yourself: On cinema or theatre trips with the young people. Visiting Longleat, Kingston Maurward animal park or National Trust properties. Supporting our young people in the community with activities such as horse riding, swimming, bowling, running and shopping. Supporting the young people in the gym teaching about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Why work with us? Joining our team means stepping into a role where every day feels rewarding, inspiring and full of purpose! Take advantage of 6 weeks of paid annual leave to rest and recharge. Grow your skills with outstanding training opportunities designed to support your career journey and benefit from real progression opportunities. Feel supported every step of the way with friendly management and senior leads who truly care. Access to our 24 hour employee assistance programme because your wellbeing matters to us. You will work across Care, Education and Therapeutic services supporting each other's practice. This is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with qualified professionals from across our multidisciplinary team and join an expanding, successful educational organisation. The young people that we care for come to us with a variety of needs and abilities. Our challenge is to help them build the hope, confidence, knowledge and skills to unlock their potential. From innovative educational experiences to national curriculum programmes, supported by passionate teams of specialists and key workers, we actively enable each young person to achieve their personal best, all in an environment that best suits them. We are looking someone who is: Friendly, enthusiastic and genuinely passionate about improving the lives of others. Positive, uplifting and a consistent role model to others. Innovative, engaging enthusiastic and inspirational. An excellent communicator and calm, mature and supportive listener. Confident in working independently and as part of an amazing team. No experience? No problem! If you have the heart, passion and drive to help young people thrive, we'll give you all the training and support you need. Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Floating Support Worker's to join our Young People Social Care Service in Tower Hamlets. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £ 30,784.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. 9-12 months maternity cover Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply) Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Floating Support Worker will provide time limited support to young people who hold their own tenancy which is at risk of being lost. Floating support Worker will give practical support to help a young person keep their tenancy, stay well, exercise choice and control in their care and lives and participate on an equal footing in the community. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities Supporting key customers to set personalised goals in the form of a Support Plan Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Essential: Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent or experience in the social care/charity sector Desirable: Experience of working with young people (18-25) / Youth Work/ TA/ YOT About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon, Crystal Palace Full-time and Part-time (8:30am - 3:45pm) ASAP Start £100 - £120 per day Croydon Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? A specialist alternative provision in Croydon is seeking a motivated and resilient individual to support secondary-aged students who face challenges in mainstream education. This role is ideal for aspiring psychologists wanting practical experience within a relationship-focused, therapeutic learning environment. The Role - Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon Support students with SEMH, behavioural needs and additional learning needs Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement with learning Build strong relationships and support reintegration pathways Work closely with teaching and pastoral teams in a small specialist setting Why Apply? Excellent experience for aspiring Clinical, Educational or Forensic Psychologists Gain practical SEMH and behaviour support experience High staff-to-student ratios and supportive team environment Valuable stepping stone into psychology, therapy or specialist education Ideal Candidate (beneficial but not essential): Psychology Graduate or related degree Youth Workers Passionate about SEN and mental health Resilient, dedicated and confident Strong behaviour management skills Full-time, long-term role starting ASAP If you are ready to gain meaningful experience and support young people to overcome barriers to learning within a specialist alternative provision based in Croydon, apply now by submitting your CV to this advert. Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon

Team Manager Community (Young People) Are you motivated, energetic and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and colleagues/volunteers? If you're fun, full of energy, yet know how to stay composed under pressure, then this role might be just what you're looking for. If you're passionate about helping young people unlock their potential, we want to hear from you! As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Team Manager - Community Location: Crewe (until the site on Oak Street in Crewe, is fully operational, you will be required to work in other locations. Some hybrid working may be required) Salary: £29,000 - £32,000 (Dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week which will include Monday evening and Saturday daytime. Remainder of the hours will be flexible to fulfil the needs of the role. Benefits: Days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays). Workplace pension Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Free meals on duty (once the youth zone opens). Free gym access (once the youth zone opens). Access to the youth zones Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 25th May 2026 About the Role As a key part of the delivery team, you'll be at the heart of the action, leading the way in Clubs for young people aged 8 to 12 years. You will also have specific oversight over the partnership offers. Your mission? To create an exciting, high-quality programme that's fun, engaging and truly makes a difference, all while keeping young people at the centre of everything we do. No two days are the same, so you'll need to be versatile, leading the creation of the Junior club offer while supporting both the recruitment and development of the delivery team. You'll also be responsible for the smooth implementation and operation of the Junior club programme, whilst supporting the rest of the core Youth Work offer as needed. You'll be a crucial part of the youth zone, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive! Key responsibilities include: Staffing and management The youth work offer and programme Safety and safeguarding Leadership and networking Evaluation and reporting If you're passionate about giving young people the best experiences and opportunities, this is the role for you! About You You will have: Proven experience in creating, developing and leading SEND youth programmes, creating a safe environment to deliver engaging programmes for diverse youth demographics (ages 8-19, up to 25 with additional needs/disabilities). Experience with Play work would be advantageous. Demonstrate experience in working with external partners to develop and deliver a programme of activities that enhance the Youth Work offer. Safeguarding knowledge, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Confident communicator, able to engage young people and work professionally with staff and partners. Experience managing behaviour and supporting conflict resolution. Staff management experience with awareness of HR processes (performance, attendance, rota planning). Experience in planning and coordinating programmes, including health & safety, scheduling and budgeting. If you are passionate about youth work, committed to empowering young people and understand the issues facing young people their families and the youth work process, including contextual safeguarding apply today! You will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than one page) covering: Why do you want to work for here? Looking at the person specification: briefly describe how your skills and experience (including lived experience) make you a good candidate for this role. (200 words max). How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equity and respect. Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed). Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the experience, skills, knowledge and aptitudes listed, throughout the recruitment process. However, if you don't meet every single requirement but feel you have strong and relevant transferrable skills or lived experience to draw from, we encourage you to apply anyway. Why? Studies have shown that women and Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria/competency. The organisation is dedicated to driving change and to building diverse, inclusive and authentic workplaces, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, please tell us how your experience is transferable you may be just the right candidate! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 - 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Worker, Youth Club Leader, Youth Club Lead, After School Club, Community Lead, Activities Manager, Activities Coordinator, Teaching Assistant, School Support, Youth Work, Family Support Worker, Children's Support Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.

Deputy Youth Work Manager Are you motivated, energetic and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and colleagues/volunteers? Are you passionate about helping young people unlock their potential? If you re fun, full of energy, yet know how to stay composed under pressure, then this role might be just what you re looking for. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Deputy Youth Work Manager Location: Crewe (until the site on Oak Street in Crewe, is fully operational, you will be required to work in other locations. Some hybrid working may be required) Salary: £35,000pa (Dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, which will include evenings/weekends. Benefits: 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays). Workplace pension Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Free meals on duty (once open). Free gym access (once open). Access to OnSide s Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring. Closing Date: 25th May 2026 About the Role As a key part of the delivery team, you ll be at the heart of the action, leading the way in projects with an educational focus. You will also have specific oversight of education partnerships and participation. Your mission? To create an exciting, high-quality programme that s fun, engaging and truly makes a difference all while keeping young people at the centre of everything you do. No two days are the same, so you ll need to be versatile, leading the creation of educational programmes while supporting both the recruitment and development of the delivery team. You ll also be responsible for the smooth implementation and operation of educational programmes, whilst supporting the rest of the core Youth Work offer as needed. You ll be a crucial part of the team, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive! Key responsibilities include: Staffing and management The youth work offer and programme Safety and safeguarding Leadership and networking Evaluation and reporting If you re passionate about giving young people the best experiences and opportunities, this is the role for you! About You You will have: Proven experience in creating, developing and leading SEND/SEMH youth programmes, creating a safe environment to deliver engaging programmes for diverse youth demographics (ages 8-19, up to 25 with additional needs/disabilities). Experience in working with external partners to develop and deliver a programme of activities that enhance the Youth Work offer. Safeguarding knowledge, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Confidence as a communicator, enabling you to engage with young people and work professionally with staff and partners. Experience managing behaviour and supporting conflict resolution. Staff management experience with awareness of HR processes (performance, attendance, rota planning). Experience in planning and coordinating programmes, including health & safety, scheduling and budgeting. If you are passionate about youth work, committed to empowering young people and understand the issues facing young people their families and the youth work process, including contextual safeguarding apply today! You will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than one page) covering: Why do you want to work for here? Looking at the person specification: briefly describe how your skills and experience (including lived experience) make you a good candidate for this role. (200 words max). How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equity and respect. Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed). Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the experience, skills, knowledge and aptitudes listed, throughout the recruitment process. However, if you don t meet every single requirement but feel you have strong and relevant transferrable skills or lived experience to draw from, we encourage you to apply anyway. Why? Studies have shown that women and Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria/competency. The organisation is dedicated to driving change and to building diverse, inclusive and authentic workplaces, so if you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly, please tell us how your experience is transferable you may be just the right candidate! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Worker, Youth Club Leader, Youth Club Lead, After School Club, Community Lead, Activities Manager, Activities Coordinator, Teaching Assistant, School Support, Youth Work, Family Support Worker, Children s Support Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.