Youth Worker

TeacherActive

Full-time educational-instruction-and-library
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Location
Penarth, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom
Posted
June 09, 2026

Job Description

We are currently recruiting confident, resilient, and compassionate Youth Workers and SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a well-established PRU in Cardiff. This alternative provision supports pupils aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, and Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

If you have experience in youth work, SEND education, alternative provision, or behaviour support, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within specialist education settings.

About the PRU Role

This Pupil Referral Unit provides structured, supportive education for students who require a more personalised and therapeutic approach to learning.

As a Youth Worker, ALN Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small group support
Support pupils with SEMH, EBD, ADHD and trauma-related needs
Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour
Help deliver personalised...