Youth Worker- PRU

We are currently recruiting a Youth Worker to support young people within a specialist alternative provision in Rotherham. This setting works with children and young people who may present with challenging behaviour and are often described as “hard to reach” learners, requiring a patient, consistent, and trauma-informed approach.

• Provide targeted support to young people within both classroom and alternative learning environments
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners who may be disengaged from mainstream education
• Support behaviour management in line with organisational policies and agreed strategies
• Work towards individual targets set out in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Maintain accurate records relating to progress, behaviour and engagement
• Support learners with emotional regulation, social development and life skills
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEND professionals and external agencies
• Promote positive engagement, self-esteem and achievement among young people

• Aged 5–16
• Present with social, emotional and mental health needs
• Some learners may display challenging behaviour linked to trauma or adverse experiences
• Require consistent boundaries, empathy and creative engagement strategies