Support Worker (Boston)

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Boston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Support Worker to empower young people aged 16–21 in their independent living journey. This dynamic role offers 35 hours weekly over a 3-month contract with potential for extension, where you'll support young people's development through tailored assistance and community engagement.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus for referred candidates

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role supporting young people.
• Ability to engage and inspire difficult-to-reach young people.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and safety planning with young people.
• Support young people with essential living skills like budgeting.
• Manage housing tasks and ensure property standards.

Skills

Knowledge of housing management

Safeguarding

Support planning

Interpersonal skills

De-escalation techniques

Job description

Support Worker
Boston
Young People Service (16-21)
3-month contract
35 hours
£16.57 LTD / £14.13 PAYE (inc hol)
Provide essential support and empower young people aged 16–21 to live independently, safely, and happily within the community.

THE ROLE
As a Support Worker, you will work within a dynamic team, acting as a keyworker to young people, delivering tailored support packages. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting initial assessments, safety planning, and action plans with young people.
• Supporting young people with essential living skills, including budgeting, cooking, and attending appointments.
• Managing housing and property tasks, including maintaining property standards and ensuring voids are minimized.
• Promoting engagement with education, training, or employment opportunities.
• Addressing challenging behaviors calmly and professionally, adhering to safeguarding protocols.
• Liaising with external agencies to provide holistic support to service users.
• Ensuring compliance with tenancy agreements and taking necessary action for non-engagement.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, supporting young people with diverse needs. Essential skills and experience include:

• Knowledge of housing management, safeguarding, and support planning.
• Ability to engage and inspire difficult-to-reach young people.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including de-escalation techniques.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies to deliver support packages.
• Competence in conducting routine health and safety and property maintenance checks.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours per week:
• Week 1: Tuesday – Friday
• Week 2: Monday – Thursday
• Week 3: Thursday – Sunday
• 3-month contract with potential extension.
• The pay for the role is £16.57 per hour LTD. The PAYE equivalent is £14.13 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.
  HOW TO APPLY
  To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to [e-mail] or call 01772 208966 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
  If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!