Support Worker - Days / Nights

CareTech Group; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Youth Support Worker and make a real difference in the lives of young people aged 16-25. Your role will include supporting daily activities, building trust, and providing emotional care. This position offers extensive support, career development, and the opportunity to create lasting positive change.

Benefits

Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5)

30 days annual leave

Access to discounts at major retailers

24/7 helpline and hardship grants

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification - FREE

Qualifications

• No prior experience is needed.
• Passion for helping others is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with community activities like horse riding and swimming.
• Build relationships and provide emotional support.
• Complete essential planning and documentation.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

None required

Job description

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Salary: £13.04 - £13.86 dependant on qualifications and experience

Make a Difference Every Day

At Cambian, everything you do matters. As a Youth Support Worker, you’ll become part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 16-25.

From supporting with daily routines to activities, every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety.

Though the work is challenging, the reward comes in every breakthrough and smile.

As a key part of the dedicated team, we allocate to every young person, youth support workers have a vital role in helping young people learn and develop skills for life. You don’t need any special qualifications for this role, but you do need to share our passion to help young people be the very best they can be.

What You’ll Do

• As a Youth Support Worker you will work in an exquisite environment, supporting young people with community activities like horse riding, swimming, cinema, pantomimes, beach visits which enrich the young people’s wellbeing and community access.
• You will also support the young people with placement assistance and enrichment to ensure they have a wealth of opportunities for the future.
• Build relationships and provide emotional support during both highs and lows. Personal care will be required.
• Complete essential planning and documentation.

You Should be

Friendly, positive. Empowering, innovative and person-centered in their approach.

No prior experience is needed - just a passion for helping others.

Why Join Us?

• Career Development: Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5) and internal promotion opportunities.
• £13.04 - £13.86 dependant on qualifications and experience
• 30 days (6 weeks) annual leave
• Access to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
• Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation.
• We also offer a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification - *FREE*
• Join us in transforming lives. Apply now and make a real difference every day.

About Lufton College

Lufton College has 2 sites across 40 acres of beautiful countryside. We support young people and adults, between the age of 16 – 25, that have autism with additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours across day, 38 and 52 week placements. Our college aims to enrich and support students as they enter this important part of adulthood. Through our college cats and mini farm, we use animal therapy to support our young people

Safeguarding Statement

Cambian is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years, including roles involving vulnerable groups.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.