Weekend Youth Worker

TN United Kingdom; Towcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and dedicated Weekend Youth Support Workers to join their team. This rewarding role involves supporting young people aged 11 to 21 in residential care, providing guidance and interaction to help them thrive. With a commitment to training, the organization offers comprehensive support, ensuring that all staff are well-equipped to make a positive impact. Ideal candidates will possess patience, understanding, and a passion for working in a specialist environment, contributing to the emotional and social development of young individuals. If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Life experience and a desire to work in care are valued.
• Comprehensive training will be provided for all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to children and young adults.
• Assist with meal preparation and social activities.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Confidence

Flexibility

Engagement

Education

DBS Check

Team Teach Training

First Aid Certification

Job description

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We are recruiting 6 Weekend Youth Support Workers

Join our team to work in Children's Residential Care Homes. We welcome individuals who may not have the relevant qualifications or experience, as we have a dedicated training department to support your success. We believe that some of the best support workers are those with life experience and a desire to work within the care sector.

You will work with young people aged 11 to 21 who are in the care system for various reasons, with diverse disorders, behaviours, and needs. We seek individuals with confidence, understanding, patience, and the skills to make a positive impact on their lives.

This role involves providing guidance, interaction, and support to children and young adults in residential, educational, or independent living settings, aiming to create a safe environment that addresses their intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional needs.

You will support service users throughout the day with tasks such as meal preparation, social activities, family contact, education, and shopping. Please note that personal care is not required for this position.

We are looking for positive role models who are flexible, reliable, and engaging, interested in working in a specialist environment. Comprehensive accredited training and qualifications will be provided, including Team Teach, Child Protection, St Johns Ambulance First Aid, Understanding Sexualised Behaviour, Working with Self Harm, Cyberbullying, and Understanding Autism and ADHD.

Applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check or provide a portable DBS, and successfully complete one of our induction programs before placements can be offered, unless you are on the new national DBS database.