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Youth Worker – Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) – Newham – ASAP or September 2025 start

***Youth Worker required for Pupil Referral Unit

***Youth Worker required for Newham location

***Youth Worker required to support students with ASD and challenging behaviour
***Youth Worker required for September 2025 or Immediate Start

***Long term Youth Worker role

Do you consider yourself to be a Youth Worker who wants to make a real difference to young people at risk of exclusion?

Are you a Youth Worker that has the resilience and empathy to support students with SEMH, ASD and challenging behaviour?

We are working with a progressive and inclusive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Newham that supports secondary-aged students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream school. They are seeking a passionate and experienced Youth Worker to work with pupils to re-engage them with learning and support reintegration into mainstream settings.

Your Role Will Involve – Youth Worker

* Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups, both in class and through targeted outreach

* Building trusted relationships to boost confidence, motivation, and emotional wellbeing

* Supporting students with ASD, SEMH, ADHD, trauma and other behavioural/emotional needs

* Delivering bespoke interventions focused on social skills, anger management and resilience

* Acting as a key mentor figure – supporting re-engagement with learning and school routines

* Liaising with mainstream schools, families and external agencies to support successful reintegration

* Promoting positive choices and building pupils’ readiness to return to mainstream environments

We’re Looking For Someone Who – Youth Worker

* Has experience working with young people in PRUs, APs, youth services or schools

* Has supported students with challenging behaviour, trauma, SEMH, or autism

* Uses a calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional support

* Understands the importance of boundaries, routines and trauma-informed practice

* Can work effectively as part of a multi-agency team (SENCOs, Social Workers, CAMHS, EWO)

* Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

This role would suit:

* Youth Workers and Behaviour Mentors

* Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Work or Education

* Those with mentoring, outreach or inclusion experience

* Individuals committed to supporting vulnerable young people back into education

If you’re a Youth Worker who is ready to help students rediscover their confidence and rebuild their futures, apply today. Join a committed team making a difference where it matters most