Outreach Worker

Confidential; Slough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an Outreach Worker for work with young people aged 16-25 in Slough/Windsor. Flexible, part-time hours (10/15/20 per week) with duties spanning housing, education, employment and wellbeing support.

The role involves case management, autonomy, and planning with young people, across community settings. Driving is required; mileage is reimbursed. Ideal for students or those seeking flexible, part-time work.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering outreach support to young people aged 16-25.
• Ability to work flexibly between 9am–5pm and occasional weekends.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, one-to-one outreach support to young people in homes and communities.
• Assist with independent living skills such as budgeting, tenancy management and cooking.
• Support access to education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities.
• Provide guidance on housing options, benefits and services.
• Develop person-centred support plans with reviews and keep case records.

Skills

Driving license

Youth work

Youth issues knowledge

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Independent working

Caseload management

Safeguarding

Travel to SL postcodes

Job description

Job Title: Outreach Worker - Young People's Independence

Location: Slough/Windsor

Reports to: Service Manager

Contract Type: Part-Time (10/15/20 hours per week dependent on availability)

Standard Hours: Flexible working pattern, to be agreed between Young Person and Key Worker primarily operating between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday (this may vary dependent on the young persons schedule)

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality outreach support to young people aged 16-25, empowering them to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to live independently. The Outreach Worker will deliver person-centred support in the community, helping young people overcome barriers related to housing, education, employment, health, and wellbeing. This role will offer flexibility, and in return, requires full commitment, in order to achieve positive outcomes for the young people we support.

This role is a case manager position, and as such, is ideal for candidates who are seeking flexible work, but are able to work alone. The outreach work will be planned, and agreed between the successful candidate, and the young people. This role could be ideal for students, parents, and even candidates who are on 20 hour per week visas. The role offers a certain level of autonomy, and flexibility, as the hours are planned by you and the young person. The hours of support can span from monday to sunday dependent on the young persons availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, one-to-one outreach support to young people in their homes and community settings.
• Support young people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, tenancy management, and maintaining a safe home environment.
• Assist young people to access education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
• Provide guidance on housing options, benefits, and accessing relevant services.
• Identify any areas of support, and signpost relevant multi agencies, under guidance of the service manager
• Develop and implement person-centred support plans with clear goals and regular reviews.
• Promote positive mental health and emotional wellbeing.
• Advocate on behalf of young people with external agencies and professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with organisational policies.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, following all safeguarding procedures.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions, and ongoing professional development.

Person Specification Essential

• Driving license and access to own vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
• Experience working with young people, particularly those facing vulnerability or disadvantage.
• Knowledge of issues affecting young people (e.g., homelessness, care experience, mental health, substance misuse, unemployment).
• Ability to build trusting, professional relationships.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Ability to commute across SL1, SL2, SL3, SL4 and SL6 postcode areas, in order to facilitate sessions.

Desirable

• Experience in outreach or community-based support.
• Knowledge of local services and process of referrals to multi-agency provisions