Support Worker -Young Persons

Peabody; St Albans; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Life Assurance

Pension contribution

Professional development

Volunteering days

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Peabody is hiring a Support Worker for Young Persons in St Albans to help 16–25-year-olds develop independence, skills, and resilience. The role includes day-to-day housing support, life skills coaching, and safeguarding within Peabody’s values-driven service.

You will assess needs, develop plans, and liaise with external partners to improve wellbeing, education, training, and employment outcomes. Sleep-in shifts (£73.89 each) enhance a 37.5-hour week.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or a supported living environment.
• Strong communication and ability to build positive relationships with young people and external partners
• Compassionate, empathetic approach with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Confidence to work independently (including lone working) and collaboratively as part of a team
• Good IT literacy, including the use of Microsoft Office and data entry systems
• A driving licence and your own vehicle, as this role will involve some travelling between schemes.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support to young people in supported housing.
• Conduct needs and risk assessments, develop and review support plans, and offer practical assistance with daily living skills.
• Support with cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing finances to build life skills.
• Liaise with external agencies, attend meetings, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Communication skills

Empathy

Independent working

IT literacy

Driving licence

Job description

Support Worker -Young Persons

S Albans

37.5 hours plus 2 sleep-ins per week (£73.89 per sleep-in)

£26,228 + £73.89 per sleep-in shift

As a Support Worker within Peabody’s Young People’s Services, you will support young people aged 16-25 to develop the skills, confidence and resilience needed to live independently. Working with young people who may have experienced homelessness, social exclusion, mental health challenges or other barriers, you will provide person-centred support that helps them achieve their goals, improve their wellbeing, and access opportunities in education, training and employment. Your role will make a real difference, empowering young people to build positive futures and thrive in their communities.

What you'll do

In this role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to young people in supported housing. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting needs and risk assessments, developing and reviewing support plans, and offering practical assistance with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing finances. You will work closely with each individual to help them build confidence, develop life skills, and work towards your personal goals. You’ll also support them in accessing community resources, sustaining their housing, and exploring future housing options. Your role will involve liaising with external agencies, attending team meetings and training, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. You’ll be a key part of a collaborative team, committed to safeguarding, promoting equality, and delivering excellent service in line with Peabody’s values and policies.

What you'll need

• Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or a supported living environment, either professionally or through volunteering.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and external partners
• A compassionate, empathetic approach with a genuine desire to make a difference in people’s lives
• Confidence to work independently (including lone working) and collaboratively as part of a team
• Good IT literacy, including the use of Microsoft Office and data entry systems
• A driving licence and your own vehicle, as this role will involve some travelling between schemes.

Why join us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What You’ll Get

• 25 days’ annual leave
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
• 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
• Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.

Please read before applying

This role includes sleep-in shifts with an additional £73.89 per sleep-in shift.

We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so you might hear from us before the closing date, keep an eye on your inbox and your phone!

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.