Part-Time Transition & Engagement Worker

Location: West London (Community-Based)

Hours: Approximately 6-10 hours per week (typically two afternoons per week)

Rate: £15-£20 per hour depending on experience

About Us

New Level Academy is an independent school supporting young people with SEND, SEMH needs and barriers to education.

We are looking for a caring and reliable Transition & Engagement Worker to support learners who are struggling to attend school due to anxiety, low confidence, previous negative experiences of education or other challenges.

This role would suit a local youth worker, mentor, sports coach, church youth leader, teaching assistant or family support worker looking for additional hours.

The Role

You will work directly with learners who are not regularly attending school, helping them rebuild confidence and re-engage with education.

This may involve:

Meeting young people in local coffee shops, gyms, parks or community venues. Undertaking home visits alongside school staff where appropriate. Building positive and trusting relationships. Supporting learners to overcome barriers to attendance. Helping young people gradually transition back into school. Working closely with parents and carers. Providing feedback to the school team following engagement sessions. We Are Looking For Someone Who: Enjoys working with young people. Can build positive relationships quickly. Is calm, patient and encouraging. Has experience working with vulnerable young people. Understands the challenges faced by learners with SEND, SEMH or attendance difficulties. Can work independently within agreed safeguarding procedures. Desirable Experience Youth work. Sports coaching. Mentoring. Teaching assistant experience. Church youth ministry. Alternative provision or SEND settings. What We Offer Flexible working hours. Meaningful and rewarding work. Ongoing training and support. Opportunity for additional hours as the programme grows. Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person's life.