Opportunities to grow into leadership roles or specialise Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Are you ready to be the difference in a young person's life? We're looking for a Youth Engagement Specialist with the energy, passion, and resilience to work with children and young teenagers with challenging behaviour in the High Wycombe area. Are you passionate about making a difference with children, here's an opportunity to transform futures. Whether it's supporting a child to stay in education, helping them find their voice, or simply being a consistent, positive role model in their life - your impact will be real, visible, and lasting. About the Role You will: Deliver engaging, trauma-informed 1:1 and group sessions to children at risk of exclusion, offending, or disengagement. Work closely with schools to create joined-up support plans. Use creative tools (sports, art, music, gaming, etc.) to build trust and promote emotional regulation and self-expression. Manage and de-escalate behavioural incidents in a safe, positive way using recognised behavioural support techniques. Act as a consistent, empathetic adult in the lives of young people who may not have one. We're Looking for Someone Who: Has experience working with young people Understands the impact of adverse childhood experiences and trauma. Is emotionally resilient, calm under pressure, and committed to restorative and therapeutic approaches. Has a youth work, social care, education, or psychology background (or equivalent experience). Holds (or is willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS and relevant safeguarding training. Perks and Benefits Ongoing training & CPD in areas like trauma-informed practice, behaviour management, and mental health. A supportive, dynamic team who value your wellbeing. in areas like mentoring, outreach, or programme development. Access to wellness and supervision sessions. ✨ Bonus if you have: Experience with SEND, SEMH, or youth justice Skills in sports coaching, creative arts, or digital engagement ✅ How to Apply Send your updated CV