Youth Worker Secondary School Class Manager Preston - Tradewind Recruitment : Job Details

Experienced Youth Worker needed to manage classes in a secondary school in Preston. This unique role requires experience with 11-16 year old's. If you are passionate about positive youth development, apply for an immediate or October 2026 start.

Youth Worker - Classroom Manager (Preston Secondary School)

About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Youth Worker to join our secondary school in Preston. This is an exciting and non-traditional role that combines the skills of a youth worker with the structure of a classroom environment. You will be responsible for managing a class of students, ensuring a positive and productive atmosphere that fosters engagement, confidence, and positive behaviour.

This is the perfect opportunity for an individual with a proven track record of working with young people aged 11-16. Your ability to build rapport, de-escalate situations, and inspire positive change is more important than a traditional teaching qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise classes, ensuring a structured and supportive learning environment.

• Utilise youth work principles to address behavioural challenges and promote well-being.

• Work with students to build social and emotional skills, and improve their readiness to learn.

• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress and attendance.

• Serve as a mentor and positive role model for students.

• Contribute to the school's overall ethos of creating a safe and inclusive community.

What We're Looking For:

• Essential Experience: You must have demonstrable experience as a Youth Worker or in a similar role, specifically with young people aged 11-16.

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to command respect.

• A firm but fair approach, with exceptional communication and de-escalation skills.

• Knowledge of positive behaviour management strategies.

• A commitment to the social and emotional development of young people.

Start Date: Immediately or by October 2026

Location: Preston, Lancashire

Apply Now:

If you are an experienced Youth Worker looking for a unique and rewarding challenge, please submit your CV and a cover letter to or click apply, detailing your experience with 11-16 year old's and your approach to classroom management.