Specialist Youth Support Officer
Location: Carmarthen
Hours: 8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Are you passionate about supporting young people who need someone to believe in them? Do you thrive on building trust, guiding behaviour positively, and celebrating progress — no matter how small? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Specialist Youth Support Officer to join a behaviour unit in the Carmarthen area, supporting pupils to re-engage with learning, develop emotional resilience, and achieve their potential.
The role will be highly challenging but will offer you great job satisfaction and sense of achievement. We are very keen on speaking with individuals who have a background or interest in outdoor activities, sports of any kind, anything quirky that they can utilise to interact with children and young people.
About the Role
* Work closely with pupils who display challenging behaviour, providing consistent, calm, and positive support
* Help young people develop emotional regulation, social skills, and self-confidence
* Support learning inside and outside the classroom
* Build strong relationships based on trust, respect, and clear boundaries
* Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external professionals
* Be a positive role model and advocate for pupils who need it most
What we’re looking for
You don’t need to be perfect — you need to be committed, compassionate, and resilient.
* Understand or are keen to learn about behavioural needs, trauma-informed practice, or SEMH
* Ideally you will have previous experience working with children/young people with challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH).
* A Team-Teach qualification or relevant qualification is highly desirable, but not essential.
* An understanding and flexible nature is essential, alongside being proactive, empathetic, engaging and creative.
* Be patient, engaging and calm when under pressure.
Requirements
* Have an Enhanced DBS on the update service – or able to obtain one
* Ideally hold a full UK driving license
* Be registered with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) or willing to
Why work for Teaching Personnel
* Free Child Safeguarding course
* Free & Discounted training through our CPD Academy
* Generous referral scheme
* Designated consultant to help you every step of the way
Make a real, lasting impact every day, in a rewarding role where no two days are the same!
If you think you are a good fit for the role apply today!
Call 01792 473300
Or Email Anna-leigh.websterteachingpersonnel
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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.
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