We are working in partnership with a well-established SEND school in Telford to recruit a dedicated Artistic Youth Worker. This welcoming and supportive school provides education for pupils with Autism (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, and complex learning needs. Every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with personalised support to help them achieve their full potential.
The Role
As an Artistic Youth Worker, you will work both one-to-one and within small classroom groups, using creative approaches to support pupils' learning, emotional wellbeing, and personal development.
Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will help students build confidence, improve communication, regulate emotions, and engage positively in school life.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils through creative activities including art, drama, music, movement, and sensory-based learning.
- Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
- Deliver tailored support on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised learning plans.
- Promote an inclusive, nurturing, and positive classroom environment.
- Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve meaningful progress.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience or qualifications in art, drama, music, performing arts, creative therapies, youth work, or a related field.
- Has experience supporting children or young people, ideally within SEND, Autism (ASD), or SEMH settings.
- Is patient, adaptable, resilient, and compassionate.
- Brings enthusiasm, creativity, and energy to every interaction.
- Is passionate about helping young people thrive.
Whether you're an experienced SEND professional or looking to transfer your creative skills into education, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Protocol Education?
- Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden deductions.
- FREE Thrive Approach training and ongoing CPD opportunities.
- Dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
- Access to a wide range of SEND and mainstream school opportunities.
- Referral bonus scheme.
- Opportunities for long-term career progression within education.
Apply Today
If you're ready to use your creativity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now by uploading your CV through this advert or register your details via the Protocol Education website.
For an informal discussion about the role, contact Alanna on View phone number on protocol-education.com or email View email address on protocol-education.com .
Join a school where your creativity can inspire confidence, unlock potential, and change lives every day.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
£29.17k per annum
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