Youth Development Worker

Pertemps TM; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization seeks a Youth Development Worker in Bristol on a full-time, fixed-term basis until February 2026. The candidate will support young residents, provide life skills training, and collaborate with external agencies to enhance their wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in collaborating with external agencies (mental health, domestic violence services, landlords).
• Passion for providing care and support for young people with safeguarding and mental health issues.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 16-25 in a Key Worker role.
• Provide and update action plans and risk assessments.
• Encourage young people in supported accommodation to achieve their dreams.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Understanding of young people’s needs

Emotional support

Resilience

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Creative approach

Education

Driving licence

Job description

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JOB TITLE: Youth Development Worker

LOCATION: Bristol

SALARY: £25,659 - £28,510



The Employer:

We are looking to fill the role of Youth Development Worker, within a housing environment, as well as meeting housing demand our client aims to enable local companies to recruit the workforce they need from their communities.

Their growth strategy will contribute to economic growth and sustain around 7,000 jobs in the building industry and its supply chain. With a plan to increase stock by 5,000 homes over the next 5 years, providing more affordable housing options on a low-cost rent and sale basis, this employer is a much sought after option, offering benefits and stability alike.

The Role:


v Supporting young people (16-25years) in a Key Worker role.


v Providing and updating action plans and risk assessments


v Offering young people in supported accommodation encouragement to achieve dreams


v Support young people with tenancy and housing management


v Being part of an onsite team supporting young residents with their living needs


v Ensuring young people are supported in developing life skills to be able to move into the community



The Candidate will need:


v A drive to find solutions in supporting young people with a range of backgrounds


v Experience in collaborating with external agencies (mental health, domestic violence services, landlords, etc.).


v An understanding of young people’s needs and interests, allowing appropriate actions plans to be made


v A passion for providing immediate care and support for young people with safeguarding and emotional and mental health issues


v Having a resilient and flexible nature when dealing with others


v Being able to work under pressure while producing support plans and meeting deadlines


v Happy to work alone or in a team environment.


v A positive, creative approach, with a can-do attitude whilst maintaining professional boundaries


v To hold a valid driving licence





SUMMARY:

This role is being offered on a full time, Fixed Term Basis ending in Feb 2026

Working hours to 37 a week, hour patterns between 8am-8pm.

Working 1 in 4 weekends

An enhanced DBS adult and child needs to be already held due to the urgency of filling this role





INTERVIEW:

The client is keen to fill this role quickly so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage.