Weekend Young People Support Worker

Depaul UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Depaul UK seeks a passionate individual for the role of Weekend Young People Support Worker in Manchester. You'll support young adults facing homelessness, helping them achieve independence through tailored support and teamwork with various agencies. This part-time position offers a chance to make a substantial impact in a safe and caring environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training package

Flexible working model

26 days annual leave, rising to 30 after five years

Auto-enrolment to pension scheme with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount vouchers

Cash benefit plan covering health and dental

Death in service benefit

Legal Advice line

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness.
• Understanding needs related to homelessness and mental health.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients.
• Lead risk and needs assessment for key clients.
• Deliver one-to-one and group support.

Skills

Experience of working with young people

Understanding of needs for those experiencing homelessness

Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Support Planning

Understanding of safeguarding requirements

Job description

• Location: Didsbury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a WeekendYoung People Support Workerin Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence.

About Us:

Depaul UK is UK largest youth homelessness charity dedicated to providing support and opportunities for young adults experiencing homelessness. We believe in creating a positive and empowering environment that fosters resilience and growth. Click the link for more information -https://www.depaul.org.uk/our-impact/

Role Overview:

The Safestop is a 12 Bed plus 1 Pace bed unit in the south of Manchester accommodating young people from the ages of 16-22 years. We provide support to young people in a safe setting where they can access support. The support we offer ranges from one to one support sessions, help with obtaining education, training and employment as well as maximising income. We work closely with a wellbeing and programmes team to offer a rounded package to the people that we accommodate.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is interested in working with us asWeekend Young People Support Worker. This exciting job will avail you the opportunity to manage a caseload of clients, addressing their physical, emotional, social and behavioural needs; supporting them to progress towards independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service at all times possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable,
• Lead on risk and needs assessment and support planning for your key clients and contribute to ongoing needs and risk assessment of other clients in the service.
• Deliver one-to one and group support opportunities within their accommodation and in the local community aimed at increasing resilience in the clients we work with.
• Proactively work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams, to support the well being of Depaul clients in accordance with data protection and information
• sharing protocols.

Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a part-time (25 hours a week), permanent role.Candidate selection and interview will be conducted on a rolling basis and we may close the application early due to high volumes of candidates.

Kindly see attached job description for more information about this job opportunity.

What We Are Looking For – Person Specification:

• Experience of working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness.
• An understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance misuse
• A knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning.
• Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures

In return for working here, you will receive:

• A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
• Flexible working model for suitable roles.
• 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.
• Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
• Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
• Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
• Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
• Death in service (4x Base salary)
• Legal Advice line

Note:

Applications submitted without a supporting statement and/or after the closing date and time stated will not be put forward for shortlisting. In addition,an enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients.

Applications:

Please apply via the Depaul website only bySunday 15th June 2025 at 23:59, unless you have specific requirements for an alternative application submission. If you do, please contact the Recruitment team [e-mail] .

We kindly request no contact from unsolicited recruitment or media agencies.