At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide therapeutic support to vulnerable young people and help them thrive in education.
- Company: Join a supportive SEND setting in Leeds making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time hours, and the chance to impact young lives positively.
- Other info: Long-term role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming the lives of students with emotional and mental health needs.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people, especially those with SEMH needs is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 31200 £ per year.
Location: Leeds
Pay Rate: 100 - 130 per day
Contract Type: Full Time
Duration: Long Term
Start Date: ASAP
Make a Difference in Young Lives
PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker to join a supportive SEND setting in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience supporting vulnerable young people who is passionate about helping learners overcome barriers to education and achieve positive outcomes.
Working closely with students who may present with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, you will provide therapeutic and emotional support, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Providing therapeutic and emotional support to pupils with additional needs
- Building positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable learners
- Supporting behaviour intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques
- Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
- Promoting positive engagement, wellbeing, and personal development
- Supporting students to access learning and achieve their individual targets
- Contributing to a trauma-informed approach across the setting
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)
- A strong understanding of trauma-informed practices
Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker employer: PK Education
PK Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a strong commitment to creating a supportive work culture, employees are encouraged to grow through ongoing training and collaboration with experienced professionals. Located in Leeds, this role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable young people while working in a nurturing environment that values compassion and dedication.
