Job Description

Location: Leeds

Pay Rate: £100 - £130 per day

Contract Type: Full Time

Duration: Long Term

Start Date: ASAP

Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker – Make a Difference in Young Lives

PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Early Intervention Therapeutic Worker to join a supportive SEND setting in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience supporting vulnerable young people who is passionate about helping learners overcome barriers to education and achieve positive outcomes.

Working closely with students who may present with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, you will provide therapeutic and emotional support, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing therapeutic and emotional support to pupils with additional needs

Building positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable learners

Supporting behaviour intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques

Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals

Promoting positive engagement, wellbeing, and personal development

Supporting students to access learning and achieve their individual targets

Contributing to a trauma-informed approach across the setting

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs (desirable)

A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice

Experience with behaviour intervention and de-escalation strategies

A background in youth work, mentoring, support work, or similar roles

Previous therapeutic support experience

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What PK Education Offer:

Competitive daily rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people

Long-term opportunities within supportive educational settings

PK Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills to help learners overcome barriers to success, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an immediate start