SEMH School Youth Worker
Location: Wembley, North West London
Salary: £90–£110 per day PAYE (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible
A specialist SEN secondary school in Wembley is seeking a dedicated SEMH School Youth Worker to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a full-time, term-time role supporting young people who may have experienced trauma, disrupted education or behavioural challenges that impact their engagement in school.
The school provides a structured, supportive environment where relationships, consistency and clear boundaries help pupils rebuild confidence and re-engage with education. Staff work collaboratively to support emotional regulation, behaviour development and positive learning outcomes.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals with experience in youth work, behaviour mentoring, alternative provision, PRU settings or SEN support roles who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people in education.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide 1:1 support and small group mentoring for pupils with SEMH needs
• Support students during lessons, transitions, break times and unstructured periods
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support behaviour and emotional regulation
• Assist teachers in maintaining structured and inclusive learning environments
• Support implementation of behaviour strategies and EHCP targets
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and pastoral teams
Requirements
• Experience working with young people with SEMH, behavioural needs or SEN
• Background in youth work, mentoring, care, residential support, alternative provision or education
• Strong relationship-building and de-escalation skills
• Calm, resilient and patient approach when supporting challenging behaviour
• Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour support in schools
What the School Offers
• £90–£110 per day PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• Full-time, term-time only position
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Ongoing training in SEMH, behaviour support and trauma-informed practice
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
• Opportunity to gain long-term experience in specialist SEN education
Why Apply?
Working as a SEMH School Youth Worker allows you to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need stability, guidance and positive role models. Your support can help pupils rebuild trust in education, develop emotional resilience and achieve meaningful progress both academically and personally.
If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to work in a supportive specialist school environment in Wembley, apply today.
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