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A leading charity is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for their semi-independent home. You will work with young people, providing support and ensuring their safety, while gaining comprehensive training and rewarding benefits. This role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young individuals.
Closest station is Richmond- District Line (London Underground), Mildmay Line (London Overground) and South Western Railway (SWR) - 10 mins from Clapham Jct | 20 mins from Waterloo.
If you are looking for afulfilling and rewarding careerwhereno two days are the same,this might be the job for you!
The only thing you need is apassion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all thetraining and supportyou need to excel in your role.
About the Role:As aSupport Workerin a Semi-Independent Home, you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 – 24 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe, providing support, liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information.
Working Hours:Our Young People need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas.
For this position; shifts are 10 hours from 12:00 - 22:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, you will be working 20 hours a week.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half; same as bank holidays.
What you need to bring to this role:Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people.We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
Recruitment Process:In order for your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.
Job Description and Person Specification- please visit our website
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
Closing date:Monday 30th June 2025Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second stage interview:Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.Please note:
We are a charity founded in 1870 to create brighter futures for children and young people. We work across the UK and Isle of Man providing children’s homes, supported housing, fostering and specialist support services, all designed for young people in care, on the edge of care, or leaving care. We work alongside young people to support their development, grow their confidence and reach their full potential.
Our work is shaped by the‘Head, Heart, Hands’principles ofsocial pedagogy. TheHeadrepresents theevidence-basebehind our practice;Heartis for the meaningful relationships we forge with young people; and theHandssymbolise how we equip young people for real life by empowering them to make decisions.
Are you fun and open-minded, with the ability to see the best in people? We are looking for people who are full of life, ideas, creativity and energy, and who have a passion for working with children and young people.
In return we offer competitivestaff benefits, structureddevelopmentand training through theSt Christopher’s Academy, and the chance to know you are making a real difference to young people’s lives.
Working at St Christopher’s is more than just a job. It’s a rewarding career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
St Christopher’s Academy ensures you are continually developing in yourchildren’s social care career. Whether you are happy in your current role, want to move across to a different service or are ready for a management position, we support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions.
A young person’s experience of St Christopher’s is shaped by many things, but the most important thing is their relationships with our staff. They are caring, fun and never give up on the young people they work with. We look after you so that you are excited to come to work every single day.