Support Worker

Diverse Talent Partners; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in London is seeking a Residential Support Worker to assist young individuals aged 16-21, including care leavers and young parents. The successful candidate will encourage engagement in education and support independent living skills, ensuring emotional resilience. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care. A competitive salary and ongoing training are included in this permanent, full-time role.

Benefits

Competitive salary + sleep-in payments

Ongoing training & development

Pension scheme & staff wellbeing support

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working with vulnerable young people (16-21).
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Encourage engagement in education, employment, or training.
• Promote positive routines, well-being, and emotional resilience.
• Support young people with independent living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and cleaning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

Empathy

Resilience

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above)

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Residential Support Worker – Supported Accommodation (16-21)

Greater London

Full‑time, Permanent

Salary: Dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence?

We're looking for a caring, resilient, and motivated Residential Support Worker to join our supported accommodation service for young people aged 16‑21, including care leavers and young parents.

Main duties

• Encourage engagement in education, employment, or training.
• Promote positive routines, well‑being, and emotional resilience.
• Complete records, risk assessments, and safeguarding reports.
• Help with housing and move‑on plans, attending meetings and reviews.
• Work on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins.
• Support young people with independent living skills such as cooking, budgeting, cleaning and organisation.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 1 year working with vulnerable young people (16‑21)
• GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above) – Ofsted requirement
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem‑solving skills
• Calm, patient, and empathetic under pressure
• Holds a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or is willing to complete it

Desirable

• Driving licence
• Level 3 Diploma
• First Aid
• Food Hygiene
• Trauma‑Informed Practice training

What we offer

• Competitive salary + sleep‑in payments
• Ongoing training & development
• Pension scheme & staff wellbeing support
• Clear career progression opportunities

Apply now and make a real difference in a young person’s life.

If this role is of interest please forward an up to date CV to [e-mail].