Axcis Education is currently looking for a youth worker, who is looking to move into school settings, to work at an alternative provision based in Skelmersdale. This is a full time position starting in September 2024, but with potential to begin before the end of the academic year if suitable. You would be working 8.30am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday, either as a 1-1 or in small groups. This role would be a temp to permanent position, working a set number of weeks on supply before joining the school on a permanent basis. The school caters for secondary pupils, who cannot remain in mainstream education. Many of the pupils experience social, emotional and mental health needs. There are other SEND needs within the school, such as autism, ADHD and learning difficulties. There can be challenging behaviour, though this is rare, as the school places a large focus on this area. The school day is often split into more classroom based work in the morning, while the afternoon will be more geared towards extra-curricular activities. Previous experience working with SEMH needs in some form is essential for this role. You must also have experience working with children or young adults in some form. We encourage applicants from care, residential, coaching or youth work backgrounds due to the transferable nature of the skillset. Prior experience with challenging behaviour or with de-escalation techniques would be preferred. Ideally you will be a driver with access to your own vehicle. You will require an enhanced DBS on the update service for this role. If you do not have one, Axcis can help you apply for a new one INDLIV
If you are interested, then please contact John Boddington on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3005 and click on the apply button.
If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.
This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).
Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.
You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.