124 Youth Worker jobs in the United Kingdom

Behaviour Mentor

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in Wigan. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.

- Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.

- Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

- Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.

- Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

-Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Please contact Kiera from Empowering Learning on (url removed) (phone number removed) to be put forward

Location Wigan, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.11 per hour

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Youth Worker

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in BOLTON. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.

- Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.

- Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

- Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.

- Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

-Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Please contact Kiera from Empowering Learning on (url removed) (phone number removed) to be put forward

Location BOLTON, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.11 per hour

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Behaviour Mentor

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in Salford. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.

- Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.

- Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

- Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.

- Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

-Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Please contact Kiera from Empowering Learning on (url removed) (phone number removed) to be put forward

Location SALFORD, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.11 per hour

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BDS Recruitment are currently looking for 2 x Youth Development Workers to work within the Redruth and Penzance area.

We are looking for someone innovative and creative in their ways of working to work who has the ability to engage with a range of young people.

The role will be based in supported accommodation for young people aged 18- 25.

Main duties will include

Working through support and action plans

Updating risk assessments and risk management plans

As a specialist in tenancy sustainment you will ensure that young people are able to maintain their excluded license and tenancies and can access services that are appropriate to their needs, strengths and aspirations.

Developing the life skills necessary to move on and live independently in the community.

Hours per week: 37 hours on a Rota pattern.

Pay rate: Circa 15ph paye or 19.22 umbrella

Please note you will require your own transport for this role and any mileage will be paid at 45p per mile.

Apply now for immediate consideration

Secondary School

Youth Worker

Hulme


Prospero teaching are working with a Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) school in Hulme, the school deal with students with additional needs and mental health issues

The role is starting as soon as possible, with a view to stay in the position for the academic year.

The school cater for pupils who have an educational plan to receive their education in a specialist provision, due to their learning needs.

The school take pupils who have been identified that mainstream education isnt the right setting for them.

The pupils are age 11-16 years old KS3/4 secondary all with EHCP plans and additional needs.

The pupils have usually experienced some form of trauma, neglect or chaotic home life or all of these things.

Your role is to build a connection with the young people and act and a mentor and role model for the students.

Due to the barriers the pupils have in the classroom, the role will entail forging strong relationships with pupils.

The role will see you using lots of mentoring skills (similar to that used in sports, drama, counselling) to help the individual engage with the school.

You will support the pupil in the classroom and out of the classroom on a more vocational basis.



The position is open to all experienced and those who have a strong background in mentoring children and young adults. Depending on performance, the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

Location - Hulme (M15)
Position - Youth Worker/ TA
Type of work - Classroom support
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Duration / Likely Duration - Full academic Year
Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary - Permanent
Full time/part time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - GBP100 per day
Hours - Mon - Fri (term time only)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in a similar setting / SEMH/ PRU
LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant/or equivalent and above is preferable
GCSE Maths and English and Computer literate
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years
OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Youth Worker  

Location: Wandsworth, South West London
Full-time Term-time (Term time Only)

Hours: 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am – 3.30pm Friday
Competitive daily rate – based on experience

Are you someone who young people naturally look up to? Do you have the resilience, presence, and leadership skills to guide and support young people?

UCM are looking for confident and committed Youth Workers to join a dynamic PRU-based in the borough of Wandsworth , helping to engage, motivate, and support students—particularly those who respond best to strong, relatable role models.

This is a great opportunity for someone with natural authority, a mentoring mindset, and a passion for making a real difference in young people’s lives.

What you’ll be doing:

• Building strong, trusted relationships with students
• Supporting behaviour, attendance, and emotional wellbeing
• Planning and leading lessons on a 1:1 basis, alongside the support of qualified teachers
• Acting as a positive role model within the school community
• Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
• Creating a safe, encouraging space where students can thrive

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with young people (in schools, sports, youth work, or mentoring)
• A confident, calm, and consistent presence
• Strong interpersonal skills and a practical, solutions-focused mindset
• Someone who young people can connect with and respect
• A team player who’s reliable, flexible, and committed
• An Enhanced DBS ideally registered on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

If you're ready to step up and make a difference, we want to hear from you.
This role is ideal for ex-athletes, mentors, teaching assistants, youth workers, or anyone with a passion for helping young people succeed.

Are you driven by a desire to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Do you believe in the power of connection, compassion, and consistency to help pupils thrive?

We're looking for dedicated Youth Workers to join a dynamic team supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at an Alternative Provision within our partnered school, part of the Cabot Learning Federation .

These young people have often faced significant challenges. Your role will be to help them re-engage with learning, build trust, and develop the skills they need to succeed-both in and out of the classroom.

This is a full-time position. You must be available Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, and have access to a car with business insurance.

• Providing 1:1 or 2:1 support in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment
• Facilitating learning and emotional development through structured activities and community-based experiences
• Supporting students with EHCPs , particularly in Years 10 and 11 , who require consistent, intensive guidance
• Acting as a positive role model , helping pupils build resilience, self-esteem, and social skills
• Collaborating with teachers, mentors, and external professionals to ensure holistic support

• Start your day by collecting a student and bringing them to school-building rapport from the moment the day begins
• Support learning, lead enrichment activities, and accompany students on community outings
• End the day by ensuring a safe return home , closing the loop on a day full of growth and connection

• A full UK driving licence , access to a vehicle, and business insurance
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs (in schools or alternative settings)
• A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to behaviour and relationship-building
• A background that helps you relate to the challenges these pupils face-and a passion for helping them find a better path (desirable)

• Competitive salary and mileage reimbursement
• Full training and ongoing CPD, including Team Teach and Trauma-Informed Practice
• A supportive, values-driven team environment
• Opportunities to work across a network of schools and provisions
• A chance to truly change lives-every single day

If you're ready to be part of something meaningful-where your presence and passion can shape a young person's future-we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to become a Youth Worker.

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Behaviour Mentor

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in Wigan. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.

- Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.

- Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

- Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.

- Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

-Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Please contact Kiera from Empowering Learning on (url removed) (phone number removed) to be put forward

Location Wigan, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.11 per hour

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Behaviour Mentor

Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant behavioural school, supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in Oldham. The ideal candidate should be resilient and confident supporting children with Autism ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Challenging Behaviours.

Your Role

As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting special needs children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing one-on-one and group assistance to students with social and emotional difficulty.

- Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans.

- Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

- Assisting with daily activities, personal care, and promoting independence.

Requirements

- Experience working with SEMH children is preferred but not essential.

- Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

-Enhanced DBS on Update Service / or commitment to apply

Please contact Kiera from Empowering Learning on (url removed) (phone number removed) to be put forward

Location OLDHAM, Greater Manchester
Full-time 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Pay 16.11 per hour

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