Aspiring Gang Prevention Officer – Classroom-Based (SEMH/SEN Schools) 

Location: Chertsey, Surrey

Full-time & Part-time options available

Company: Milk Education

About Milk Education:

Milk Education is a purpose-driven supply agency dedicated to placing passionate, driven individuals into schools where they can make a real difference. We specialise in supporting SEN and SEMH settings, working with schools that focus on inclusion, early intervention, and positive outcomes for young people.

The Role:

Milk Education is recruiting for an Aspiring Gang Prevention Officer to work within a classroom-based setting, supporting students at risk of exclusion, exploitation, or involvement in gangs. This is a hands-on role ideal for individuals looking to build a career in youth work, youth justice, or safeguarding.

You will be working closely with vulnerable young people in SEN and SEMH schools, helping them stay engaged in education while developing the resilience and life skills needed to make positive choices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring for students with behavioural and SEMH needs
• Support students within the classroom to remain focused, engaged, and on task
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students who may be disengaged from education
• Deliver and support sessions around gang awareness, consequences, and positive alternatives
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive decision-making
• Use de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviour effectively
• Support reintegration into lessons and encourage consistent attendance
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging respect and accountability

Who We’re Looking For:

• Individuals with a background in youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or support work
• Passionate about working with young people and making a difference
• Resilient, confident, and able to build rapport with challenging students
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Interest in careers such as youth justice, social work, or gang prevention
• Experience with SEMH/SEN needs is desirable but not essential

Why Join Through Milk Education?

At Milk Education, we don’t just place candidates — we support careers. This role is perfect for someone who wants hands-on experience working with at-risk young people while building a pathway into youth intervention or safeguarding.

If you’re passionate about guiding young people away from negative influences and towards positive futures, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in education, childcare, or support roles within SEN settings

• Training in SEND support or behaviour management is an advantage. 

• Professional qualifications in youth work, social work, community development, or a related field.

• Training or certification in conflict resolution, mentoring, restorative practice, or behaviour management.

• Knowledge of crime prevention, youth offending, or gang intervention programs. 

• First aid training or safeguarding-related certifications. 

Benefits to YOU working with Milk Education:

• Excellent rates of pay  
• Experience working within a school environment
• Wellbeing support
• Free CPD training
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant 

INGUIL 

Click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch with me for more information about this great opportunity. 

Phone: 01483 323 100 

Email: izzie.hand@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.