Part-Time Youth Support Mentor – Residential Home

Northamptonshire Children's Trust; Corby; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay for unsocial hours

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service is seeking a part-time Residential Care Worker to mentor young people in a five-bedroom home. You will assist with daily living, schoolwork and life skills, and accompany youths to health and education appointments.

The role includes early and late shifts (7:30‑3:15 and 2:45‑10:30) with enhancements for unsocial hours, Sundays/Bank Holidays, standby and sleep-ins. 18.5 hours weekly, with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties preferred.
• Ability to work varied shifts including weekends.
• Background in care or education is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day life, schoolwork and life skills.
• Accompany young people to health and education appointments.
• Organise and participate in days out to cinemas, shops or theme parks to create positive experiences.
• Promote a family-like atmosphere by sharing meals and building positive relationships.
• Utilise personal hobbies or skills to enrich residents' experiences.

Skills

Empathy

Vehicle for mentee support

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service is seeking a part-time Residential Care Worker to mentor young people in a five-bedroom home. You will assist with daily living, schoolwork and life skills, and accompany youths to health and education appointments.

The role includes early and late shifts (7:30‑3:15 and 2:45‑10:30) with enhancements for unsocial hours, Sundays/Bank Holidays, standby and sleep-ins. 18.5 hours weekly, with overtime opportunities.