Youth Worker

Description

Youth Worker to Teaching Assistant - September 2025 Starts!

Swindon | Full-Time | SEND Schools | Paid Training Provided

Are you a Youth Worker, volunteer, or someone passionate about working with young people?

Would you love to bring your skills into a school setting and support young people with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to work as Trainee Teaching Assistants in a SEND school in Swindon, starting in September 2025.

‍ About the Role:

Job Title: Youth Worker / Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Swindon

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30)

Pay: £85 - £130 per day (PAYE, negotiable based on experience)

Age Group: 11-16 year olds with SEMH and additional needsYou will work alongside teachers and other professionals to support students who need academic guidance, emotional regulation, and a trusted adult in their day-to-day school life. You do not need school-based experience - just a genuine interest and passion for helping young people.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting students with challenging behaviour and emotional needs

Helping with classwork and creating a safe learning space

Encouraging positive routines, confidence and independence

Being a mentor, role model and consistent presence

Full training provided - no teaching qualifications required! Who Should Apply?

We'd love to hear from you if you:

Have experience in youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, care work, or volunteering with children

Can build strong relationships and communicate with empathy

Are resilient, adaptable, and passionate about inclusion

Want a rewarding full-time role with real impact Why Join Tradewind?

We'll provide a FREE in-house training course to prepare you

Access to 2,500+ CPD courses via The National College

Top pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE - no umbrella fees!

Long-term and permanent opportunities available

A dedicated consultant to support your journey

Join a supportive, inclusive team of educators Ready to Start?

Click 'Apply now' to begin your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant in Swindon this January 2025.

Or get in touch with Michelle Withers at:

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Tradewind Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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