Support Worker - Young Persons

jobs24.co.uk; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Healthcare

Dental

Pension contribution 10%

Professional development

Volunteer days

Job summary

Peabody is seeking a Support Worker for Young People’s Services in Stevenage. You’ll support 16-25 year olds to develop skills, confidence and resilience to live independently, including those facing homelessness or mental health challenges.

37.5 hours weekly with two sleep-ins and £73.89 per sleep-in shift, plus base salary. You will complete needs assessments, review support plans, assist with daily living tasks, and help access education and employment opportunities, while liaising with

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or similar setting.
• Strong communication and ability to build positive relationships with young people and partners.
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for travel between schemes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs and risk assessments and develop review support plans.
• Provide practical help with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning and budgeting.
• Support housing retention and explore future housing options with individuals.
• Liaise with external agencies, attend meetings and maintain accurate records.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality, and Peabody values in all actions.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Strong communication

Driving licence

IT literacy

Job description

Stevenage

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 their 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.

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

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