Independence Skills Support Worker for Young People

Empower Family Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free personable mortgage advice

Blue Light Card discounts

Staff discount scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wisdom app for health and wellbeing

Fully funded Level 4 Diploma in CYPF

Career progression opportunities

Meaningful difference in young people

Job summary

Empower Family Group is seeking a dedicated Supported Living Support Worker in Bridgwater. You will assist young people aged 16+ to develop independence, manage daily living skills, and progress towards independent living in a safe, supportive environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient support, safeguarding, and collaboration with social workers and educators to promote education, training and employment opportunities, with a strong commitment to inclusion and professional

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support aligned with individual plans.
• Support young people to develop independence skills (budgeting, cooking, cleaning, tenancy).
• Promote engagement in education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Build professional relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Maintain accurate records (logs, risk assessments, key-work reports).
• Work with social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
• Respond calmly to safeguarding concerns and crisis situations.

Skills

Compassionate

Job description

Empower Family Group is seeking a dedicated Supported Living Support Worker in Bridgwater. You will assist young people aged 16+ to develop independence, manage daily living skills, and progress towards independent living in a safe, supportive environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient support, safeguarding, and collaboration with social workers and educators to promote education, training and employment opportunities, with a strong commitment to inclusion and professional