Support Worker

The Baca Charity; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Loughborough is seeking a Support Worker to provide high-quality holistic support to young asylum seekers aged 16 to 18. The successful candidate will engage these individuals in essential life skills and social activities while maintaining their safety and wellbeing. In addition to a supportive and diverse work environment, this permanent role offers 33 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and other benefits. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Benefits

33 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

Health & Wellbeing programme

Free parking

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to take initiative.
• Experience working with young people, especially in cross-cultural settings.
• Alignment with Baca’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support and care to young people.
• Work proactively to safeguard young people and resolve issues.
• Engage young people in education, vocational training, and hobbies.
• Maintain excellent communication and accurate records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Ability to work proactively

Driving license

Job description

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

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £24,754 - £28,454 per annum FTE

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

Start Date: January 2026

About Us

Baca is dedicated to providing support and care to 16 to 18 year old unaccompanied asylum seeking children 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.

Holidays and benefits

• 33 days’ holiday a year (pro rata for part‑time staff) including bank holidays.
• Pension scheme
• Health & Wellbeing programme
• Free parking
• Casual dress

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: You must have the right to work in the UK for this role as Baca is not on the Home Office list.