Youth Worker Secondary School Class Manager

Are you passionate about guiding young people and promoting positive behaviour in a secondary school setting? We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and experienced individual to take on the dual role of Youth Worker / Secondary School Class Manager in a supportive school environment in Blackpool.About the RoleThis unique and rewarding role requires a blend of youth work expertise and excellent classroom management skills. You will not be expected to teach, but instead will be a key pastoral presence responsible for supporting student engagement, managing behaviour, and fostering a positive, productive learning atmosphere across a range of classes.Key Responsibilities:Pastoral Support: Act as a dedicated Youth Worker for assigned groups of students, providing emotional and social support, mentoring, and guidance.Behaviour Management: Proactively manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a calm and focused environment when the class teacher is absent or focused on instruction.Cover Management: Supervise classes during periods of teacher absence (non-teaching cover), overseeing set work and ensuring students remain on task.Engagement and Motivation: Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance, punctuality, and overall engagement in school life.Liaison: Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Heads of Year, SENCOs, and parents to address individual student needs and concerns.Intervention: Run small group sessions or 1:1 support focusing on social skills, ..... full job details .....