Support Worker (Crewe, Cheshire)

P3 Charity; Crewe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated charity organization in Crewe is looking for a compassionate Support Worker to help young individuals aged 16-17 develop essential independent living skills. In this role, you will work closely with young people on a person-centered approach, ensuring comprehensive support and engagement. Responsibilities include managing safety plans, organizing key work sessions, and collaborating with external agencies. The role offers opportunities for professional development, mental health support, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Paycare health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development opportunities

Enhanced sickness pay

Qualifications

• Compassionate and understanding towards young people's challenges.
• Experience with trauma-informed approaches is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour support to young people aged 16-17.
• Complete and manage support plans and safety management plans.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in rooms and building.
• Hold weekly key work sessions with young people.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Proactivity

Friendliness

Job description

Location

CW1 6EX, Crewe, Cheshire, North West, UK

About P3

P3 is a modern, forward‑thinking organisation, delivering excellent services for people who face social exclusion. Our values are that we innovate in our work, are different, creative, and like to think of new solutions. We are helpful, friendly, approachable and passionate about people. We believe that what we do can make a real and lasting difference. We are determined to tackle problems that others won’t, and we always go the extra mile with dedication and commitment. We work together internally and externally to ensure the best outcomes for the people we support.

The Role

Are you a person who is compassionate, understanding and wants to make a difference to young people’s lives? If you have an affinity for helping people and the challenges they face today, this role may be just what you are looking for. Crewe Young Peoples service provides 24‑hour support to young people between the ages of 16 and 17, promoting and developing independent living skills which will enable young people to move on into their own tenancies successfully.

As a Support Worker joining the team, you will work directly with the young people using a person‑centred approach, allowing people to be involved and invested in their own support. You will work alongside other agencies to ensure that the young people in our service receive the appropriate support tailored to their needs. You will have responsibility for ensuring that all support plans and safety management plans are completed and up to date for the young people, rent accounts are managed and weekly key work sessions are held. In addition, you will also be completing and monitoring the health and safety of rooms, and the building.

You will have a people focus, with strong communication and listening skills. Being friendly, proactive, positive, and approachable is a must and an understanding of a trauma‑informed approach will ensure you are committed to P3's values in our delivery of services.

What We Offer

• 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.
• Commitment to mental health and wellbeing; people are at the heart of what we do and you’ll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions.
• Paycare health cash plan – claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1‑1 counselling and health assessments.
• Team initiatives – including team away days, P3's Big Day Out and our Annual Awards Ceremony.
• Discounts – access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good.
• Personal development opportunities – including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more.
• Enhanced sickness pay – based on your length of service.

Earning Potential

• Optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Additional equipment provision – some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car.

Note: P3 reserves the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

Post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by P3.

P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.