Job Description

Location: Rotherham
Pay Rate: £13 - £18 per hour
Contract Type: Part Time
Duration: Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP

PK Education are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Evening & Weekend Support Worker to support young people within a SEND and Residential SEMH setting in Rotherham. This rewarding ongoing role is ideal for individuals with experience in residential care, support work, youth work, or SEMH environments who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Working during evenings and weekends, you will provide practical, emotional, and behavioural support to help young people develop confidence, resilience, and independence within a safe and nurturing environment.

• Providing high-quality support to young people with SEND and SEMH needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and implementing behaviour management strategies
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Encouraging engagement in activities that promote confidence and independence
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns appropriately
• Adhering to safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all young people
• Working collaboratively with residential staff, education professionals, and external agencies

• Experience working within residential care, support work, youth work, or a similar setting
• SEMH support experience (desirable)
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Flexible availability to work evenings and weekends

• Competitive hourly rates of £13 - £18 per hour
• Flexible part-time working opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A rewarding role supporting vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes

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 are looking for a rewarding evening and weekend role in Rotherham, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an immediate start.