Job Description Job Reference : NI-DY-SCC4 Date Created : April 2025 Job Title Youth Support Assistant Hours: up to 10 hours average per week (with extra hours during school holidays) Rates of Pay £18.00 to £20.00 per hour (depending on experience) Work Area / Location – Lichfield, Staffordshire Closing date – May 2025 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR EXTRA HOURS AND PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE WHILE STUDYING FOR YOUR YOUTH OR SOCIAL WORKER OR TRAINEE TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS?. INTERESTED? Lichfield, Staffordshire - up to average of 10 flexible hours per week (will include after school session and one weekend afternoon session) Starting – As soon as possible Responsible to – Employers representative Supporting energetic young male in his mid-teens to engage in community activities, help support their social interactions, friendships, promote their wellbeing and develop practical life skills. Experience Will suit someone studying for a qualification in Youth or Social Work or a teaching role, with an interest in working with SEND population. The position provides direct experience and maybe considered as counting towards part of the applicant's practical work experience hours needed for their qualification. The applicant will understand teenagers, teen interests, developmental stages and be able to connect at a young person's level. Relationship building is key. They will have a sense of humour, energy, demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach to problem solving and think “out-side of the box”. An interest in understanding the adaptations needed for young people with differences such as Autism, ADHD and trauma so they can more easily access the community. The role Will make a difference in a young person's life and wellbeing. The work can be fun and engaging. You will work with an outgoing teenage male who is being supported by Children's Disability Social Services. The role requires working in an independent and proactive manner to support his access to community provisions and social opportunities. You will be guided by Educational professionals on bespoke strategies for supporting the young person in navigating social interactions with peers and developing his life skills while out in the community. You will also be vigilant to environment factors that might impact on their sensory needs and emotional regulation and work with the young person to practice how to advocate for help and reasonable adjustments. Activities may include recreational venues, fitness, gaming, music and social events. Life skills support could include food preparation, self-care, budgeting of money and safety in the community. Your skills at building a trusting relationship and encouraging positive self-esteem in others is key. You will be employed directly with a family but liaise closely as part of a support team from services across educational, health and social care. Your support, ideas and observations of the Young Person's progress against outcomes on his plan will matter. The role requires a car and clean driving license. The position is hourly paid and travel expenses/mileage will also be covered. Special Conditions: A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process. Disclaimer: The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer nor be responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.