Youth Work, Counselling or Mental Health Graduate in City Of Manchester
Posted by Aspire People
£92 – £110 a day
City Of Manchester · Contract
Aspire People are looking for graduates with relevant backgrounds in youth work, counselling, mental health, social sciences or related subjects to support pupils in primary schools across Manchester.
This opportunity is suited to candidates who can use their understanding of wellbeing, communication and relationship-building to help children engage positively with school.
The Role:
- Providing pastoral and learning support to pupils
- Helping children develop confidence and social skills
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Building consistent, supportive relationships
- Assisting pupils who may struggle with engagement or transitions
- Working alongside teachers and school support teams
- Supporting inclusive classroom activities
Essential Requirements:
- A degree or equivalent relevant qualification in a suitable subject, such as Youth Work, Counselling, Mental Health or a related discipline
- Relevant UK-based experience supporting children or young people within the last two years
- Practical experience in a school or comparable child-focused setting
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A calm, professional and empathetic approach
- A commitment to safeguarding
Transferable experience from youth mentoring, pastoral work, SEND support or relevant child-focused services is welcomed, provided the experience and qualification requirements are met.
If you want to use your skills to support pupils and develop your career in education, register with Aspire People.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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