Project Worker 2 Housing Support

BARNARDO'S; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buy up to 5 days annual leave

Service related sick pay

Cycle2work scheme

Interest free season ticket loans

20% discount at Barnardo's stores

Health cash plan

Employee assistance program

Learning and Development offer

Job summary

Barnardo's 16+ Glasgow Service is seeking a compassionate Project Worker 2 to join our housing support team. You will help care-experienced young people aged 16-26 identify goals, build resilience, and move toward independent living in a supportive, trauma-informed environment.

This permanent role offers 37 hours per week with a salary of £29,507 - £33,681 and benefits such as Buy Your Leave, cycle-to-work, and health support.

Qualifications

• Have a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for care-experienced young people.
• Can provide creative, person-centred support.
• Understand impact of disrupted childhood development and attachment.
• Have experience of, or commitment to, trauma-informed practice.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Share values and commitment to The Promise and children's rights.

Responsibilities

• Support young people to identify, work towards, and achieve personal goals while building confidence, resilience, and independence.

Skills

Care-experienced focus

Trauma-informed practice

Relationship building

Person-centred support

Commitment to The Promise

Job description

16+ Glasgow

Glasgow 16+

Glasgow 16+ has over 30 years of experience supporting care-experienced young people across Glasgow through a range of housing support services.

Our services include two residential accommodations where young people can develop independent living skills within a supportive group environment. In addition, we provide outreach support to young people living in 18 flats across Glasgow.

We work with care leavers aged 16 to 26 who require support as they transition into adulthood. Our aim is to help young people develop the practical, emotional, and life skills needed to achieve their goals and fulfil their potential.

The support we provide is both practical and therapeutic in nature, recognising the individual needs and experiences of each young person. We work in a trauma-informed way and are committed to promoting and upholding the rights of young people. We actively embrace the principles of The Promise and ensure these values are reflected in all aspects of our practice, interactions, and support.

Our service offers a combination of residential, community-based, and drop-in support from our Glasgow base, providing flexible and accessible assistance tailored to individual needs.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated, compassionate, and nurturing individuals to join our team. Successful candidates will support young people to identify, work towards, and achieve their personal goals while building confidence, resilience, and independence.

We are looking for people who:

• Have a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for care-experienced young people.
• Can provide creative, person-centred support.
• Have a strong understanding of the impact of disrupted childhood development and attachment difficulties.
• Have experience of, or a commitment to, trauma-informed practice.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Share our values and commitment to The Promise and children's rights.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, helping them to succeed and thrive as they move towards independence.

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Workplace Offer: What it means for you

• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

• Reference number:23714
• Job Title:Project Worker 2 Housing Support
• Location:Barnardo's 16+ Glasgow Service
• Contract type:Permanent
• Hours:37
• Salary:£29,507 - £33,681
• Closing Date:28 September 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

Additional Info

• Barnardo's Workplace Offer Visual Summary.pdf (27.58 KB)
• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy Dec 2024.pdf (164.07 KB)
• Project Worker 2 - Job Description and Person Specification.pdf (262.63 KB)