Youth Development Worker - Penzance

RGB; Heamoor; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

RGB is seeking a Youth Development Worker in Penzance for a two-month, temporary contract. The role pays £15.34 per hour for a 37-hour week and supports young people aged 16 to 25 who are experiencing homelessness in a supported accommodation service.

You'll provide practical and emotional guidance, help residents with housing, finances, wellbeing, education and employment, and work with partner agencies to enable independent living.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or engaging with young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning.
• Understanding of mental health, wellbeing and challenges facing vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one support and key worker sessions.
• Creating and reviewing personalised support and action plans.
• Completing risk assessments and managing safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting tenancy sustainment and housing-related needs.
• Assisting with benefits applications and financial management.
• Helping young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
• Working alongside partner agencies to secure the right support.
• Preparing young people for successful move‑on into independent accommodation.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Trust-building

Job description

This temporary Youth Development Worker - Penzance role with RGB offers £15.34 per hour for 37 hours weekly over a two-month contract. Based in Penzance, the successful candidate will join a supported accommodation service assisting young people aged 16 to 25 who are experiencing homelessness.

Duties include providing practical and emotional guidance, helping residents navigate housing, finances, wellbeing, education and employment, and encouraging confidence and independent living skills. Applicants should demonstrate empathy, strong communication and the ability to build trust with vulnerable youngsters. The position suits someone committed to empowering others and capable of managing varied daily challenges within a structured support setting.

Help Young People Build Brighter Futures

Are you passionate about empowering young people to overcome challenges and achieve independence£ We''re looking for two dedicated Youth Development Workers to join a supported accommodation service for young people aged 16–25. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference, supporting young people experiencing homelessness to build confidence, develop life skills and take positive steps towards independent living.

What You''ll Be Doing

No two days are the same. You''ll provide practical and emotional support, helping young people navigate housing, finances, wellbeing, education and employment while encouraging them to reach their full potential.

Key responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one support and key worker sessions.
• Creating and reviewing personalised support and action plans.
• Completing risk assessments and managing safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting tenancy sustainment and housing-related needs.
• Assisting with benefits applications and financial management.
• Helping young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
• Working alongside partner agencies to secure the right support.
• Preparing young people for successful move‑on into independent accommodation.

About You

We''re looking for someone who can build trust, motivate others and remain calm when faced with challenges. You''ll have:

• Experience supporting or engaging with young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning.
• An understanding of mental health, wellbeing and the challenges facing vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A proactive, resilient and person‑centred approach.