Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant Location: Wokingham Salary: From £108 per day Job Type: Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them overcome challenges in a restorative, child-centred environment?
Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant
Milk Education is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for individuals aspiring to work in gang prevention and intervention. Join our team as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in an Alternative Provision and Specialist SEN school in Reading. This role is ideal for those aiming to build a career in Youth Justice, Gang Prevention, or Social Care while working with young people who face significant challenges.
About the Role:
This unique role focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with students aged 11-18. These young people may be at risk of gang involvement, exploitation, or facing social and emotional difficulties, including ADHD, anxiety, and trauma.
You will:
- Build Trust and Relationships: Foster meaningful connections with students to help them regulate emotions and make positive life choices.
- Promote Positive Behaviours: Use restorative approaches to address barriers to learning and help students develop constructive coping strategies.
- Support Individual Needs: Work in small classes of 4-12 students, tailoring interventions to meet each young person's needs.
- Empower Change: Assist students in reintegrating into education and their communities, reducing risks of gang involvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a role model and advocate for students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
- Use restorative and trauma-informed practices to help students navigate challenging circumstances.
- Work collaboratively with school staff and therapists to implement holistic interventions.
- Celebrate progress and encourage resilience, focusing on small but significant milestones.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualifications: Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Youth Work, or related fields are encouraged to apply (non-graduates with relevant experience are also welcome).
- Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people and promoting positive change.
- Empathy: A calm, proactive, and restorative approach to managing challenging behaviours.
- Experience: Previous work with vulnerable young people or those at risk of gang involvement is desirable (training provided).
Why Join Milk Education?
- Expert Training: Develop skills in restorative practices, trauma-informed care, and SEMH education.
- Meaningful Partnerships: Work with Make Life Kind, a charity addressing gang-related issues such as exploitation and violence.
- Career Foundation: Gain invaluable experience for careers in Youth Justice, Social Work, Advocacy, or Gang Prevention.
- Supportive Team: Join a school community committed to your professional growth and wellbeing.
- Transform Lives: Make a lasting impact on young people who need guidance, safety, and encouragement.
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Aspiring Gang Prevention Worker - Learning Support Assistant - Wokingham employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
