Vision for Education are seeking a passionate, supportive, and motivated Youth Worker to work in local schools, located in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people by supporting their personal, social, emotional, and educational development.

The successful candidate will work closely with students, families, teachers, and external agencies to provide guidance, mentoring, and early intervention support for pupils who may be facing barriers to learning or personal challenges.

Key Responsibilities -

• Build positive and trusted relationships with students across the school.
• Support pupils with emotional wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and engagement.
• Deliver one-to-one mentoring and small group interventions.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience, communication, and social skills.
• Work collaboratively with safeguarding, pastoral, and SEND teams.
• Liaise with parents/carers and external support services where appropriate.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have -

• Experience working with children or young people in a school, youth work, or community setting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach.
• The ability to manage challenging situations professionally.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential.

The School -

The school is a welcoming and inclusive SEND school located in Birmingham, dedicated to delivering high-quality education tailored to the individual needs of every pupil. With a strong focus on nurturing the whole child, academically, socially, and emotionally - the school strives to create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.

The Role

• Deliver personalised learning support to help each pupil reach their full potential.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet a wide range of learning needs and abilities.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and external professionals to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Foster a calm, inclusive, and positive classroom environment that encourages confidence, independence, and good behaviour.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress regularly, adapting teaching approaches to promote both academic achievement and personal development.
• Build strong, professional relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues to ensure positive outcomes for all learners.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher (PGCE/QTS/QTLS essential).
• Has experience working with pupils with SEND, particularly those working below age-related expectations.
• Is patient, resilient, and creative in their approach to teaching.
• Has strong behaviour-support skills.
• Can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

To be considered for the role, you will:

• Have a suitable qualification, (QTS/QTLS essential).

• Have experience of working with children with special education needs and disabilities.
• Be confident in your abilities and skills to promote happy and confident learners.
• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

Vision for Education are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education -
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offers -

• As a valued employee of Vision for Education you will receive:
• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
  
  How to apply
  If you are a teacher who can enthuse, motivate and engage with students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education please contact our SEND team on 0121481 2230

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