Next Step Education Worker

Location: OxfordshireHours: 37 hours per week, Monday to FridaySalary: £28,029 - £30,439.56 per annum

Are you a creative, resilient, and adaptable Education Worker looking for a fresh challenge? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated Next Step Education Worker to join our Alternative Provision in Oxfordshire. This unique role allows you to contribute significantly to the education and well-being of vulnerable learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Education Support: Provide tailored educational support and deliver a diverse curriculum across multiple sites in Oxfordshire, ensuring the individual needs of young people are understood and addressed.
• Key Working and Transition Support: Serve as the primary connection for a student, coordinating their educational timetable and liaising with families and agencies. Assist students in transitioning to further education or other provisions.
• Mentorship: Engage and mentor young people who are socially and academically at risk.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience: Proven background in youth work or educational settings, particularly with disaffected, challenging, and vulnerable youth.
• Skills: Strong relationship-building abilities, problem-solving skills, and a structured approach to work.
• Qualifications: Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. A teaching, youth work, or coaching qualification is desirable.

What We Offer:

• Work-Life Balance: Full-time, term-time only plus 5 days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and growth within the organisation.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team with a ‘can do’ attitude and a supportive atmosphere.

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply now! A Reed Education consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.