Overview
Are you an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer? Start Your Career in Education or Clinical Support within SEN Schools - Bedford Opportunity!
Are you a criminology graduate or aspiring Youth Offending Officer ready to take a meaningful next step in your career? At Academics, we're searching for passionate individuals who want to work with vulnerable young people. If you're looking for a gateway into education and training, clinical support, or youth justice—this role is the perfect place to begin.
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant / Aspiring Youth Offending Officer
Location: Bedford
Salary: £460 - £500 per week
Sector: Education and training, Youth Support, SEN, Clinical Pathways
Responsibilities
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant / Aspiring Youth Offending Officer, you\'ll play a key role in supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You\'ll help them access education, regulate their emotions, and remain engaged with their learning journey.
* Supporting students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours in both 1:1 and small group settings
* Working collaboratively with SENCOs, therapists, and teaching staff to implement behavioural strategies
* Helping students develop emotional regulation, resilience, and positive relationships
* Liaising with multidisciplinary teams-social workers, psychologists, and education welfare officers-to ensure comprehensive support
* Creating a safe, structured, and inclusive environment that promotes education, reflection, and growth
Qualifications
What We\'re Looking For:
* A recent criminology, psychology, or social sciences graduate-or someone with a keen interest in youth justice.
* Compassion, resilience, and a genuine desire to support vulnerable young people
* An interest in long-term careers across youth justice, clinical support, or special education
* Some experience working with young people (formal or informal) is helpful, though full training is provided
* Availability to work full-time in Bedford during term time
Benefits / Why Choose This Role
* Clear progression into specialist youth offending, educational psychology, or mental health support roles
* Hands-on experience within the education and training sector, working directly with at-risk youth
* Comprehensive training and CPD opportunities
* A structured, supportive environment that invests in staff development and student outcomes
Whether your goal is to become a youth justice worker, SEN professional, or educational psychologist, this Bedford-based role provides the solid foundation and practical experience to get you started.
Apply now to become an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer in Bedford and start making a lasting impact—on young lives and your own career.
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