Youth Support in Primary Education

Description:

Youth Work in Education - SEN Support Roles, September Start

Are you a former youth worker, carer, counsellor, mentor, or graduate looking to gain valuable experience in education before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy or a related profession?

We are working with a number of welcoming primary and secondary schools across Barnet and Enfield who are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed individuals for September starts, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience while making a genuine difference to the lives of children with SEN, whether you're coming from a background in youth work, care, counselling, mentoring, or straight from graduation.

The Role

Full-time, Monday to Friday
School hours
September 2026 start
Long-term opportunities with the potential to progress
Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs
Working closely with experienced teachers and SENCOsWe welcome applications from:

Former youth workers, carers, counsellors, mentors, and support workers
Recent graduates looking to build experience before teacher training or a related career
Anyone with a genuine passion for supporting children, regardless of backgroundWe are looking for candidates who:

Have experience with SEN, whether through work, volunteering, or personal circumstances
Live in Barnet or Enfield, or are able to commute to the area easily
Can commit to working five days per week during term time
Hold a DBS on the Update Service, or are willing to complete one through us
Are passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential