Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a Support Worker in Loughborough to provide high-quality care for young refugees. This role involves comprehensive support for their holistic development and social engagement, while ensuring their safety in a nurturing environment. Applicants should be passionate about making a difference, and possess the necessary attributes to foster positive relationships with young people.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, especially in diverse settings.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices.
• Driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support and care to young people.
• Plan and participate in day trips and annual residential weeks.
• Engage young people in education and vocational training.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Proactivity

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Relevant training or willingness to complete training

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

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Location: Loughborough, England (Travel required to all Baca Services locations)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (including evening and weekend hours on a rota)

About Us:

Baca is dedicated to providing support and care to young refugees who are newly arrived in the country, helping them rebuild their strength, dignity, and hope for the future. We work closely with social workers and representatives from other agencies to benefit the young people in our care.

Role Overview:

As a Support Worker, you will be a key worker for several young people in Baca's care, providing high-quality holistic and therapeutic support for their transition to adulthood. You will deliver services in line with Baca’s Theory of Change, ensuring the highest quality outcomes in physical and emotional wellbeing, education, employment, training, social engagement, and personal safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality support and care to young people, ensuring their holistic development.
• Work proactively to safeguard young people and resolve any issues that arise.
• Be a role model, offering care and compassion without discrimination.
• Support young people in developing essential life skills and preparing for independent living.
• Engage young people in education, vocational training, and hobbies.
• Foster positive relationships within the community and support social engagement.
• Plan and participate in day trips and annual residential weeks.
• Develop partnerships with social workers, solicitors, teachers, volunteers, and other partners.
• Maintain excellent communication and keep accurate records.

Requirements:

• Alignment with Baca’s values and mission.
• Ability to respond to change and work as part of a diverse team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and issues faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
• Relevant training or willingness to complete essential training within the first year.
• Experience working with young people, especially in cross-cultural settings.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and ICT skills.
• Driving licence and access to a car.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Personal Attributes:

• Approachable, reliable, and a strong team worker.
• Supportive, responsible, and personable.
• Flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young asylum seekers and have the skills and attributes we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Please note we cannot provide sponsorship for this role. We are not on the Home Office list. Further information about the role, competencies and experience can be found on our website.