Youth Worker - Supporting Young People with Special Educational Needs (SEN) - Stroud Secondary Schools Do you have a passion for supporting young people and helping them achieve their best in school and beyond? Are you enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of students with additional needs? Tradewind Recruitment are looking for Youth Workers to support young people aged 11-16 in mainstream secondary schools across the Stroud area. This rewarding role involves providing one-to-one and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as ADHD and Autism, both in the classroom and during break times. We're seeking individuals with experience of working with young people, ideally in educational, youth work, or community settings, who are passionate about helping students overcome barriers and reach their potential. ________________________________________ Key Information: * Roles available immediately and ongoing throughout the academic year * Working hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday (approx. 37 hours per week) * Pay rate: £14.00 - £15.50 per hour, depending on experience * Opportunities for long-term roles and school-based contracts ________________________________________ We are looking for people who: * Have experience supporting young people aged 11-16, ideally those with SEN such as ADHD or Autism * Have a genuine passion for helping young people thrive in education and in life * Are positive, patient, friendly, and able to build strong, trusting relationships * Can work professionally and reliably, providing the consistency that young people need * Have strong communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach * Can offer support during lessons, social times, and around the school environment ________________________________________ Essential Requirements: * Previous experience working with young people or within a school/youth setting * Hold an enhanced DBS Disclosure (or be willing to apply for one with our support) * Able to provide professional references covering recent employment * Have the legal right to work in the UK ________________________________________ If you're ready to make a meaningful difference as a Youth Worker in Stroud, we'd love to hear from you! * Your income matters: we'll always seek to secure you the best possible pay rate and offer honest, supportive advice. * Your development matters: gain free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the National College. * Your flexibility matters: we tailor your working week to suit you - daily, long-term and permanent roles available, all local to you. * Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running. We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer. ________________________________________ Apply now! For further information, contact Michelle on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)