Job Title: Youth & Transition Support Worker
Area: Bury, Greater Manchester | Start Date: Monday 15th June 2026 or ASAP | Contract Type: Full‑time, Permanent | Salary: £525‑£700 per week (Dependent on experience and responsibilities) | Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
About the School
Are you passionate about empowering young people with special educational needs to achieve independence, confidence, and success beyond school? We are seeking a dedicated Youth & Transition Support Worker to join a specialist secondary and sixth form school in Bury, supporting pupils aged 11‑19 with a wide range of complex needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and physical impairments.
Youth & Transition Support Worker Role and Responsibilities
- Support pupils to develop independence, life skills, and employability, including college and vocational transitions.
- Work closely with teaching staff, families, and external agencies to create personalised pathways that meet each pupil’s individual needs.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and practical support during key transitions, including moving to further education, training, or work placements.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, encouraging social, emotional, and personal development.
Youth & Transition Support Worker – What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with young people with SEND, ideally in a school, residential, or community setting. A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- A commitment to helping pupils achieve independence and life success.
- A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential.
Youth & Transition Support Worker – To Be Eligible You Must
- Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
- Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply).
- Be able to provide two professional references (child‑related preferred).
Please submit your up‑to‑date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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