Youth Support Worker – Full-Time – Slough
Are you someone who thrives when supporting young people through challenging times? Do you have experience helping primary-aged children manage difficult behaviour, build trust, and rediscover their potential?
We’re looking for a Youth Support Worker to join a fantastic specialist school in Slough, working full-time with children who need more than just a teacher – they need a mentor, a guide, and a consistent adult who sees beyond the behaviour.
This role would suit someone who has worked with children facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges – whether that’s in education, youth work, residential care, or even the justice system. You do not need to have been a youth support worker before – but you must have supported primary-aged children in a setting where trauma, adverse childhood experiences or behaviour challenges were present.
About the Youth Support Worker Role:
As a Youth Support Worker in Slough, you’ll play a vital role in:
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Supporting children aged 5-11 who may be struggling with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs.
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Building consistent, trusting relationships that help children feel safe, regulated and ready to learn.
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Supporting with behaviour management and de-escalation in a calm, professional way.
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Working 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils access their learning and stay engaged.
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Acting as a positive, stable adult role model – using empathy and structure to guide pupils through their day.
Who Would Be a Great Fit for This Youth Support Worker Role?
You don’t need to have “Youth Support Worker” on your CV – but if any of the following describe you, we want to hear from you:
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You’ve worked with primary-aged children in a school, PRU, residential care home, or other support setting.
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You have experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour, emotional regulation needs, or trauma backgrounds.
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You may have previously worked as a Behaviour Mentor, Residential Support Worker, Teaching Assistant, or Youth Justice professional.
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You’re calm under pressure, emotionally resilient, and not afraid of tough days – because you believe every child deserves a fresh start.
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You’re available full-time, Monday to Friday, and ready to be a consistent presence for young learners.
Why work as a Youth Support Worker in Slough with us?
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Join a supportive, specialist school environment committed to helping young people succeed.
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Enjoy weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
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Trial days available so you can see if the setting is right for you.
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Work with a dedicated SENDhelp consultant who truly understands your skills and career goals.
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Access over 400+ FREE professional development courses to enhance your skills.
This is more than a classroom role – it’s a chance to make a real difference in the life of a child who needs someone in their corner.
Apply now to become a Youth Support Worker in Slough and take the next step in your career.
As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.
All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.
SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.
