Aspiring Youth Worker

Location:

Newbury
Salary: £85 - £95 per day

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30

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? This role is the perfect opportunity for you.

A specialist school in Newbury 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 mentor and guide them, fostering resilience, self‑confidence, and positive decision making.

• 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.

This is a fantastic stepping stone if you are looking to build experience for a future career in one of the following fields:

• 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.

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