Youth Worker

• Sunrise – Lowestoft  
• 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year – Permanent  
• Salary: £25,584 per annum – £27,269 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience) 
• Actual Salary: £20,543 – £21,869 per annum 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with social, emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? 

We are looking for a committed Youth Worker to join our inclusive and supportive team. You’ll play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for students with a range of needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), communication and interaction difficulties, and other co-occurring challenges. 

What you’ll do: 

• Provide 1:1 and small group support, both on and off site 
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning packages linked to students’ EHCPs 
• Support classroom, vocational and outdoor/off-site activities under the direction of teaching staff 
• Encourage development of English, Maths, and social skills during practical tasks 
• Use Trauma-Informed strategies to help students feel safe, regulated, and supported 
• Assist with the recording of progress, behaviour observations, and engagement 
• Support with off-site trips and contribute to risk assessments as required 
• Communicate positively with parents, carers, and wider professionals 
• Cover short- and medium-term teacher absences when needed 

Who we’re looking for: 

• Someone with a calm, empathetic approach who thrives in a flexible working environment 
• Experience working with young people with SEMH, SEND or similar needs is desirable 
• A team player who can take initiative but also follow clear guidance and structure 
• Someone who understands (or is willing to learn) Trauma Informed Practice 
• Basic first aid training or willingness to undertake training (provided) 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a caring, dedicated team that puts students’ wellbeing and progress at the heart of everything we do. You will be well supported by teaching staff, senior leaders, and family support professionals. 

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including: 

• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme  
• Family friendly policies and flexible working 
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 
• Employee wellbeing initiatives 
• Free parking  
• Canteen  
• Company events  
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes 
• Learning and development opportunities – including staff development days 
• Funded subject course development for your role  
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities  
• Career progression opportunities  

We operate various schools and programmes designed to help children and young adults with SEND, offering specialised teaching, outreach services, and alternative provision to meet diverse educational needs. 

We work closely with schools and communities across the eastern region of England, providing training, consultancy, and tailored support for both students and staff. Our services include trauma-informed approaches, safeguarding expertise, curriculum adaptation, and behaviour support. 

The Eastern Education Group helps shape and deliver education from primary through to those accessing University, Apprenticeships (higher and degree) and professional development in the workplace. We also support those people who simply have a passion for learning. 

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees.  Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.  

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.  

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  

For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk  

Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal – if you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.   

Closing Date: 8.00am on Friday 16th May 2025 

Interviews: To be week commencing 19th May 2025 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. 

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure. 

All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018.  For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.