Youth Worker

Youth Worker - Cover Supervisor Opportunities in Swindon Secondary Schools (£120-£150/day)
Do you have experience working with young people and the confidence to lead a classroom?
Are you passionate about education, behaviour support, and helping students reach their full potential?
Tradewind Recruitment are looking for enthusiastic and resilient Youth Workers to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across the Swindon area. This exciting role is ideal for individuals with experience in youth work, mentoring, coaching, or education, who are confident managing groups of students and supporting learning across a range of subjects.
You'll be stepping into classrooms to deliver pre-set lessons, maintain engagement and behaviour, and provide a positive, structured environment where students can thrive. You'll also build relationships with young people, supporting their emotional wellbeing and helping them stay motivated and focused throughout the school day.
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Key Information:
* Roles available immediately and ongoing throughout the academic year
* Working hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday (approx. 37 hours per week)
* Pay rate: £120 - £150 per day, depending on experience
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent school-based positions
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We are looking for people who:
* Have experience working with young people aged 11-16 in youth, community, or school settings
* Are confident managing a classroom and engaging students positively
* Can lead pre-planned lessons and maintain a calm, structured learning environment
* Are patient, proactive, and able to build strong relationships with students and staff
* Have strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people's education and wellbeing
* Can adapt quickly and think on their feet in a busy school environment
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Essential Requirements:
* Experience supporting or leading groups of young people (youth work, education, sports coaching, mentoring, etc.)
* A confident, professional manner with strong behaviour management skills
* An enhanced DBS Disclosure (or willingness to apply with our support)
* Two recent professional references
* The legal right to work in the UK
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If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference as a Youth Worker - Cover Supervisor in Swindon, we'd love to hear from you!
* Your income matters: we'll always secure you the best possible pay rate and offer honest, supportive advice.
* Your development matters: access over 2,500 free CPD courses, webinars and resources via the National College.
* Your flexibility matters: we tailor your working week to suit you - daily, long-term and permanent roles available, all local to you.
* Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running.
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Apply now!
For further information, contact Michelle on 0117 301 7578 or email michelle.withers@twrecruitment.com