Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker – Learning Support Assistant

Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker – Learning Support Assistant

Location: Newbury

Salary: £108-£115 per day

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed-term contract, Temp to perm, Graduate

Contract Length: 12 months

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them overcome challenges in a restorative, child‑centred environment?

This unique role focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with students aged 11‑18. These young people may be at risk of gang involvement, exploitation, or facing social and emotional difficulties, including ADHD, anxiety, and trauma.

• Build Trust and Relationships: Foster meaningful connections with students to help them regulate emotions and make positive life choices.
• Promote Positive Behaviours: Use restorative approaches to address barriers to learning and help students develop constructive coping strategies.
• Support Individual Needs: Work in small classes of 4‑12 students, tailoring interventions to meet each young person’s needs.
• Empower Change: Assist students in reintegrating into education and their communities, reducing risks of gang involvement.

• Act as a role model and advocate for students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Use restorative and trauma‑informed practices to help students navigate challenging circumstances.
• Work collaboratively with school staff and therapists to implement holistic interventions.
• Celebrate progress and encourage resilience, focusing on small but significant milestones.

• Qualifications: Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields are encouraged to apply (non‑graduates with relevant experience are also welcome).
• Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people and promoting positive change.
• Empathy: A calm, proactive, and restorative approach to managing challenging behaviours.
• Experience: Previous work with vulnerable young people or those at risk of gang involvement is desirable (training provided).

• Expert Training: Develop skills in restorative practices, trauma‑informed care, and SEMH education.
• Meaningful Partnerships: Work with Make Life Kind, a charity addressing gang‑related issues such as exploitation and violence.
• Career Foundation: Gain invaluable experience for careers in Youth Justice, Social Work, Advocacy, or Gang Prevention.
• Supportive Team: Join a school community committed to your professional growth and wellbeing.
• Transform Lives: Make a lasting impact on young people who need guidance, safety, and encouragement.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.