Part-Time Youth Support Worker

Stockport Source: WhatJobs

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Youth Resilience & Life Skills - SEMH LSA

The SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Youth Resilience & Life Skills role is a hands-on, impactful position supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Working closely within the classroom and across the school, you will help students develop emotional resilience, improve behavior, and build essential life skills that prepare them for both education and life beyond school.

This role goes beyond academic support — it focuses on guiding young people to better understand themselves, manage challenges, and make positive choices.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs within the classroom
Assist in delivering structured lessons focused on life skills, emotional regulation and resilience
Support students in understanding and managing emotions such as anger, anxiety and frustration
Implement behavior support strategies and individual plans consistently
Act as a positive role model, promoting respect, self-discipline and accountability
Help students develop practical life skills (e.g. communication, problem-solving, decision-making, independence)
Support engagement in lessons by adapting tasks and breaking down learning into manageable steps
De-escalate challenging situations using calm, consistent approaches
Encourage positive social interactions and support conflict resolution between peers
Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and SEN teams to ensure consistent support
Monitor and record progress in behavior, engagement and emotional development
Support students during transitions, break times and less structured parts of the school day

Key Skills & Qualities:

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with vulnerable young people
Calm, patient, and resilient approach in challenging situations
Confident in managing behavior and using de-escalation strategies
Passion for supporting young people's personal development and wellbeing
Proactive, hands-on attitude within a classroom setting
Ability to set clear boundaries while maintaining a supportive approach
Good teamwork and communication skills

Experience & Qualifications:

Experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH, behavioral needs or in youth work settings
Background in mentoring, coaching, sports or support work is highly desirable
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Youth Work, Psychology, Education, or Behavior Support) are advantageous but not essential
Enhanced DBS check required

Why This Role Matter's:

Asa SEMH Learning Support Assistant focused on resilience and life skills, you will play a key role in helping young people overcome barriers that impact their education and future. Your support helps students build confidence, develop coping strategies, and gain the skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

This is a highly rewarding role for individuals who want to make a genuine, lasting difference in young people's lives!!