Job Description

Location: Rotherham / Doncaster

Pay Rate: £95 - £125 per day

Contract Type: Full Time

Duration: Long Term

Start Date: ASAP

Community Support Worker – Empowering Young People to Thrive

PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and motivated Community Support Worker to join a specialist SEND/SEMH setting serving the Rotherham and Doncaster areas. This is a rewarding long-term opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges, develop confidence, and engage positively with education and their wider community.

This role is ideal for candidates with a background in youth work, care, mentoring, or support work who can build strong relationships and provide guidance to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND and SEMH needs

Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive coping strategies

Assisting with behaviour support and intervention plans

Building trusting and positive relationships with young people

Encouraging engagement in education, personal development, and community activities

Supporting students to develop social skills, resilience, and confidence

Working collaboratively with school staff, families, and external agencies to support student wellbeing and progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A background in youth work, care work, mentoring, support work, or a related field

Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs

SEMH experience (desirable)

Knowledge of behaviour support strategies and emotional regulation techniques

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach

A genuine passion for helping young people achieve positive outcomes

What PK Education Offer:

Competitive daily rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Opportunities for professional development and training

A rewarding role making a real difference in young people's lives

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, satisfactory references, and relevant safeguarding checks.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills to help them thrive both in education and within their community, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an immediate start