Trauma-Informed Support Worker for Young People – Driving Preferred

Baca Charity; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Baca Charity in Loughborough invites applications for a permanent Support Worker role. You will be a key worker for several young people, delivering trauma-informed, holistic support to aid transition to adulthood.

Travel to all Baca Services locations is required, and you will work on a rota including evenings and weekends. The post requires safeguarding knowledge, experience with young people, strong communication and ICT skills, a driving licence, and an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Alignment with Baca's values and mission.
• Ability to respond to change and work as part of a diverse team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and issues faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
• Relevant training or willingness to complete essential training within the first year.
• Experience working with young people, especially in cross-cultural settings.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and ICT skills.
• Driving licence and access to a car.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people using trauma-informed approaches (including PACE and recovery models).
• Promote safety and safeguard young people from exploitation and harm.
• Support emotional wellbeing, independence, and life skills development.
• Encourage engagement in education, training, and community activities.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records.
• Work closely with social workers, schools, and partner agencies.
• Contribute to a reflective, learning-focused team culture.
• Be a role model, offering care and compassion without discrimination.

Skills

Trauma-informed approaches

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

ICT skills

Driving licence

Team player

Job description

Baca Charity in Loughborough invites applications for a permanent Support Worker role. You will be a key worker for several young people, delivering trauma-informed, holistic support to aid transition to adulthood.

Travel to all Baca Services locations is required, and you will work on a rota including evenings and weekends. The post requires safeguarding knowledge, experience with young people, strong communication and ICT skills, a driving licence, and an Enhanced DBS check.