Youth Independence & Support Coach

Horizon Care & Education; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Leicester is seeking a Youth Support Worker to help young people transition to independent living. Responsibilities include providing emotional support, managing risk assessments, and assisting with education and training access. Ideal applicants will have experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a resilient attitude. The role offers competitive pay rates, comprehensive training, and various benefits to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Access to Tastecard

Real Living Wage employer

Competitive pay rates

Generous Refer a Friend Scheme

Financial wellbeing service

Life Assurance

Ongoing training and professional development

Face-to-face therapeutic training

Employee assistance programme

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Ability to manage your own workload effectively.
• Having a driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to young people.
• Involvement in support plans and risk assessments.
• Help young people access education, training, and employment.
• Manage properties and liaise with other professionals.
• Support young people to develop independent living skills.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Excellent communication

Problem-solving abilities

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

A supportive care organization in Leicester is seeking a Youth Support Worker to help young people transition to independent living. Responsibilities include providing emotional support, managing risk assessments, and assisting with education and training access. Ideal applicants will have experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a resilient attitude. The role offers competitive pay rates, comprehensive training, and various benefits to support employee wellbeing.