Young People Support Worker – Travel Across Kent

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Job summary

KHR - Recruitment Specialists in Kent is seeking a Young Persons Support Worker to support young people leaving care across multiple locations. You will manage a personal caseload, travel regularly to homes, and provide face-to-face support to help them transition to independent living.

You’ll work closely with social workers and other professionals, promoting budgeting, education and social activities while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in care or similar settings.
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of young people and provide regular support.
• Visit young people in their homes and provide practical support.
• Help young people develop independent living skills.
• Support with budgeting, education, social activities and accessing services.
• Assist with moving into accommodation and completing inductions.
• Support care plans and pathway plans and monitor progress.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns and incidents.

Skills

Childcare experience

Youth support

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Caseload management

Resilience

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Social Care or equivalent

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

KHR - Recruitment Specialists in Kent is seeking a Young Persons Support Worker to support young people leaving care across multiple locations. You will manage a personal caseload, travel regularly to homes, and provide face-to-face support to help them transition to independent living.

You’ll work closely with social workers and other professionals, promoting budgeting, education and social activities while maintaining accurate records.