Young People Support Worker

Premier Christian Communications Ltd; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a Part-Time Young People Support Worker to assist clients aged 16-24 at risk of homelessness in North Tyneside. The role involves managing a caseload, ensuring client safety, and providing tailored support. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and a strong understanding of their needs, including mental health and safeguarding.

Benefits

Comprehensive training tailored to your role

Flexible working options

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after five years

Family-friendly leave policies

Auto-enrolment pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%

Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access

Discount vouchers and cash benefit plans

Death in service benefit (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness.
• Understanding of mental health, substance misuse, and care system involvement.
• Knowledge of risk assessments and health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients.
• Act as a key worker for a caseload, leading risk assessments.
• Provide personalized support and collaborate with external agencies.

Skills

Experience with young people

Understanding of mental health

Knowledge of safeguarding

Strong literacy and numeracy

IT skills

Commitment to diversity

Job description

Young People Support Worker

We have a new role available for a Part-Time Young People Support Worker to work as part of a team delivering a project that forms part of the North Tyneside Pathway. The role is designed to support clients (16-24 year olds) who are at risk of homelessness within North Tyneside.

Position Details

• Location: North Tyneside
• Contract: Part-time, permanent
• Hours: 20 hours a week
• Salary: £12,872.53 Per Annum plus pension and other benefits
• Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025

About the Role

Maritime Court provides supported housing in partnership with Karbon Homes (Landlord) and Depaul (Support Providers). The project supports clients at risk of homelessness, helping them take responsibility for their affairs and assess appropriate move-on housing options.

As a Young People Support Worker, you will work under the guidance of a Service Manager and an Assistant Area Director. You will manage a caseload of clients and share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of clients, volunteers, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures.
• Act as a key worker for a caseload, leading risk and needs assessments and developing SMART, outcomes-based support plans.
• Provide personalized, flexible support, involving clients in decision-making and activities.
• Collaborate with external agencies, adhering to data protection protocols.
• Support clients in accessing education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
• Maintain a safe environment, prepare accommodation for new clients, and support their transition.
• Assist with volunteer coordination and promote client involvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in team rotas, including evenings and weekends.

About You

You should have experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness, and an understanding of their needs, including mental health, substance misuse, or involvement with the care system. Knowledge of risk assessments, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures is essential. Strong literacy, numeracy, IT skills, and a commitment to diversity and professional integrity are required. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and work collaboratively is also important.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training tailored to your role
• Flexible working options
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after five years
• Family-friendly leave policies
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access
• Discount vouchers and cash benefit plans
• Death in service benefit (4x salary)

About the Organisation

The charity provides support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness, focusing on prevention, resilience, and opportunities in employment, education, and volunteering. They operate across various regions including Newcastle, London, Greater Manchester, and Milton Keynes.

You may have experience in roles such as Support Worker, Peer Support, Youth Project Coordinator, Care Worker, or similar fields.