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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have experience working with children in both school and community settings? If so, this is a unique opportunity to combine your youth work skills with meaningful educational support.
Spencer Clarke Group is working in partnership with a dynamic and inclusive school in the M21 area of Manchester, who are seeking a full-time Youth Worker to join their team in September 2025. This hybrid role combines working as a Teaching Assistant within the school and providing outreach support to children in their homes and local community.
This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for someone committed, compassionate, and ready to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-classroom support for children with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to build trust and encourage positive engagement
• Deliver outreach support to children outside of school hours (home visits and community-based support)
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and professionals
• Support students’ development of resilience, independence, and self-confidence

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people in youth work, social care, or educational settings
• Comfortable working in both structured (school) and flexible (community/home) environments
• Able to manage challenging behaviours with empathy, patience, and professionalism
• Confident communicating with families, teachers, and external services
• Must have access to own vehicle and a full UK driving licence
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Why Work with Spencer Clarke Group?

• Specialist education and youth sector consultants
• Weekly pay and seamless onboarding process
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Clear pathway to permanent employment

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be a consistent, positive figure in the lives of children who need it most.
Apply now or get in touch with the Education & SEND Team at Spencer Clarke Group to learn more.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

· All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
· Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
· You must have legal right to work in the UK
· You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

• Provide in-classroom support for children with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to build trust and encourage positive engagement
• Deliver outreach support to children outside of school hours (home visits and community-based support)
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and professionals
• Support students’ development of resilience, independence, and self-confidenc