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Youth Support Worker

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Cardiff
Date posted : 03/06/25
  1. Full Time
£89.38 - 95.00 per day

Job description

 Youth Support Worker 
 Location: Cardiff
 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (School Hours, Term Time Only)
 Pay: £89.38 per day
 Contract Type: Full-Time | Starting in September


We’re seeking Youth Support Workers to work in a specialist school setting in Cardiff, supporting young people aged 11–16 with challenging behaviour, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs), and ALN (Additional Learning Needs).

This is the perfect opportunity for those with experience in youth work, education, or residential support, or anyone looking to start a fulfilling career in schools.

 Job Role Includes:

  • 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and ALN
  • Supporting teachers with classroom management and engagement strategies
  • Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
  • Helping students build confidence, life skills, and social interaction
  • Creating a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

✅ Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applicants with backgrounds in:

  • Teaching Assistant / Learning Support roles
  • Youth Work / Residential Care
  • Sports Coaching / Mentoring / Volunteer Youth Programmes
  • Or simply a passion for working with children and young people

Essential Skills & Qualities:

  • Great communication and teamwork
  • Patience, empathy, and resilience
  • Willingness to learn and support diverse needs
  • Committed to professional development

 What You Need to Apply:

  • Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)
  • EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration (support provided)
  • Two references
  • Ability to travel to and from Cardiff reliably

 What’s in It for You?

  • Free ongoing training: TeamTeach, Safeguarding, Cover Supervisor
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
  • Career pathways into teaching, SEN support, or behaviour mentoring
  • Use of our exclusive MyTPWork app to manage your schedule and access resources
  • £50 referral bonus for recommending a friend

 Apply Now – Start Your Career in Education Today!
This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience while supporting young people who need it most.

 Submit your CV now to be considered – immediate interviews available!

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.

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