Aspiring Youth Justice Officer - Learning Support Assistant Swindon

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  • Swindon, Gloucestershire
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Swindon
Graduate Opportunity – Start Your Career in Youth Justice or Inclusive EducationAre you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Are you considering a career in youth justice, social work, or behavioural psychology? This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable pupils while working within a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-aware environment.Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Swindon – Education and Training - Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant SwindonPay: £101.40 - £105 per daySchedule: Term-time only, Monday to Friday, 8:30 t0 15:45Trial days in last week of the Summer term and first week of SeptemberAs a Learning Support Assistant, you will:
  • Work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, including autism (ranging from low to high support), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and speech and language communication differences
  • Support children and young people who may be at risk of exclusion, disengagement from education, or future involvement with the youth justice system
  • Use neurodiversity-informed practices to help reduce anxiety, build structure and routine, and develop communication and emotional regulation skills
  • Encourage emotional resilience, self-awareness, and positive peer relationships
  • Be a consistent, trusted adult within a trauma-informed school setting
This role is particularly suited to graduates exploring careers in:
  • Youth Justice or Probation Services
  • Educational or Behavioural Psychology
  • Social Work or Family Support Services
  • Prison, Court, or Community Rehabilitation Work
Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Swindon – Education and Training - Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant SwindonKey Responsibilities:
  • Deliver 1:1 and small group support for learners with special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and autistic spectrum conditions
  • Implement tailored behaviour and sensory regulation strategies, considering individual neurocognitive profiles
  • Contribute to personalised learning plans that address emotional and educational development
  • Support the development of pupils’ executive functioning, social communication, and life skills
  • Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and families to track progress and adapt interventions as needed
  • Receive full training in relational behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant Swindon – Education and Training - Aspiring Youth Justice Officer – Learning Support Assistant SwindonPerson Specification – What We’re Looking For:
  • Graduates in Criminology, Psychology, Education, Social Sciences, or related fields
  • Aspiring professionals in social justice, youth support, safeguarding, or rehabilitation
  • Empathetic, non-judgemental communicators with a keen interest in inclusion and neurodiversity
  • Open-minded individuals willing to learn about autistic identity, sensory needs, and non-verbal communication
  • Prior experience in education, care, or youth settings is welcomed but not essential
You will need:
  • A positive, adaptable, and resilient mindset
  • The ability to build rapport and trust quickly
  • An Enhanced DBS (or willi

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