Job Description

Location: Leeds
Pay Rate: £100 - £130 per day
Contract Type: Full Time
Duration: Long Term
Start Date: ASAP

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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.