SEND Youth worker (SEMH)

We’re looking for a Youth Worker to support children in SEMH schools, with a strong focus on behaviour support, emotional regulation and engagement in learning.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who can stay calm under pressure, build trust quickly, and help young people re-engage with education in a positive way.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people (youth work, PRU, care, coaching, etc.)
• Confidence supporting behaviourally challenged pupils in SEND settings
• Calm, resilient and proactive approach
• Ability to build rapport quickly and positively influence behaviour

Why this role:

• Hands-on experience in SEND and behaviour support settings
• Supportive school teams who value consistency and care
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long-term placements available

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and additional needs
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and stay engaged in learning
• Building strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Providing consistent, calm support throughout the school day

Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement strategies 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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