Support Worker YP - Full Time

People First; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave

Mental Health & Wellbeing support

EDI Focus

Paycare Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Bike2Work Scheme

Discounts & Perks

Rewards & Recognition

Personal Development

Volunteering leave

Enhanced Sickness Pay

Earning Potential

Additional Equipment

Job summary

P3 Charity is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist young people aged 16–18, providing 24-hour support and promoting independent living skills. You will collaborate with multiple agencies to tailor support and ensure safety and wellbeing within the service.

You will be responsible for updating support and safety plans, managing rent accounts, and leading weekly key work sessions while maintaining a safe environment and upholding the organisation’s values.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Trauma-informed approach to working with young people.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete and update all support plans and safety management plans for the young people.
• Manage rent accounts and oversee weekly key work sessions.
• Ensure health and safety of rooms and the building is maintained.
• Work with other agencies to tailor support to individual needs.

Skills

Driving licence

Compassionate

Strong communication

Trauma-informed approach

Job description

Shift Pattern: 2 shifts on, 2 shifts off

Work Base: Officebased with regular travel

If you would like to arrange an informal meeting or have a discussion regarding the role, please contact Linda Brookes on 07415420076 .

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. Our Young People services provide 24-hour support to people between the ages of 16 and 18, promoting and developing independent living skills which will enable young people to move on into their own tenancies successfully.

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.

The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure and Barring Services, paid for by P3

P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

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

P3 have committed to achieving ‘Net Zero’ Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website.

In partnership with Treeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide.

Our Charity

Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK.

We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people.

We’re a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won’t and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration – both within our teams and with the local community – to achieve the best outcomes. Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills.

What We Offer

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement– 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.

Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing– people are at the heart of what we do; you’ll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions.

EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture.

Paycare Health Cash Plan– you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit.

Employee Assistance Program– access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments.

Bike2WorkScheme - t he Bike2Work Scheme is part of the Government’s Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel.

Discounts– access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good.

Reward and Recognition – such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony.

Personal Development Opportunities– including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more.

Colleague Volunteering Programme –one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community

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.

Please download to view supporting documents below.

Watermill House - Support Worker.pdf

Disturbance allowance included in salary listed