Support Worker

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

Job summary

A dedicated support service organization in Greater London is seeking a passionate Residential Support Worker for a permanent, full-time role assisting young people aged 16-21. The successful candidate will support young people's independence, promote emotional resilience, and foster engagement in education and training. Minimum qualifications include experience working with vulnerable youth and GCSE Maths & English. Competitive salary, sleep-in payments, and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training & development

Pension scheme

Staff wellbeing support

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working with vulnerable young people (16–21).
• Holds a, or is willing to complete, Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Desirable: Driving licence, Level 3 Diploma, First Aid, Food Hygiene, or Trauma-Informed Practice training.

Responsibilities

• Encourage engagement in education, employment, or training.
• Promote positive routines, well-being, and emotional resilience.
• Help with housing and move-on plans, attending meetings and reviews.
• Support young people with independent living skills.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Calm and patient under pressure

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above)

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’re 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, or is willing to complete, Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Desirable: Driving licence, Level 3 Diploma, First Aid, Food Hygiene, or 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].