Young People Support worker

Yvonne Lewis Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Greater London is seeking a Part-Time Progression Coach to assist at-risk young people and help them achieve independence. The role involves managing client caseloads, conducting assessments, and liaising with external agencies. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people facing homelessness. Competitive pay offered with flexible shifts, around 22.5 hours per week over a temporary 2–3 month contract.

Qualifications

• Experience managing caseloads, support plans, and assessments.
• Understanding of young people's support needs and resources.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and anti-discriminatory practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 6 clients, conducting key working sessions.
• Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments.
• Support clients with networks for independent living.

Skills

Experience supporting young people experiencing homelessness

Knowledge of youth homelessness causes and effects

IT competence (Microsoft Office, databases)

Job description

Progression Coach (Part-Time) – Sutton

We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Progression Coach to join a service that supports at-risk young people in Sutton, helping to prevent homelessness and move them towards independence.

Position Details

• Hours: 22.5 per week (rota basis, Monday–Sunday)
• Shifts: Early (8am–4pm), Mid (9am–5pm), Late (12pm–8pm)
• Weekends: 2 in every 4 weekends
• Contract: Temporary (approx. 2–3 months)
• Pay: £14.17 per hour + £1.71 holiday pay = £15.88 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 6 clients, conducting key working sessions and creating support plans.
• Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments.
• Assess and interview referrals, providing feedback where required.
• Support clients ready to move on with networks and resources for independent living.
• Build professional, supportive relationships with young people.
• Encourage participation in Education, Training, Employment, and Volunteering.
• Liaise with external agencies including local authorities, benefits agencies, and voluntary bodies.
• Appropriately manage challenging behaviour and record incidents.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment in line with health and safety standards.
• Manage service charge collection and petty cash.

Please note: this role involves lone working.

Requirements

• Experience supporting young people experiencing homelessness.
• Background in residential housing projects for young people.
• Experience managing caseloads, support plans, and assessments.
• Knowledge of youth homelessness causes and effects.
• Understanding of young people’s support needs and available statutory / voluntary resources.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
• Competence using IT systems (Microsoft Office, databases).

Application

Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held shortly, with the successful candidate expected to start promptly.