Youth Support Worker

First for Support LTD.; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Job summary

First for Support LTD. in Chichester is seeking a compassionate Youth Support Worker to assist in residential care settings with flexible shifts including days, nights, sleep-ins, weekends and long days.

You will help provide a safe, supportive environment and support young people with daily routines, education and emotional well-being. The role offers weekly pay, ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant and opportunities to work with trusted care providers across Chichester and

Qualifications

• Have previous experience in a similar role as a Youth Support Worker and are comfortable with lone working.
• Are reliable, professional and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy building meaningful relationships.
• Are caring, patient and resilient.
• Are able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children and young people in residential care settings.
• Help create a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.
• Assist with daily routines, activities, education and emotional well-being.
• Build positive relationships and support young people in challenging situations.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children in care.

Skills

Lone working

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Safeguarding

Job description

Youth Support Worker

Location: Chichester

Hourly rate: £12.75-£13 per hour (depending on experience)

Job Type: Temporary

Shift Pattern: Flexible shifts available, including days, nights, sleep-ins, weekends and long days.

About the Role

At First for Support, we're looking for compassionate and reliable Youth Support Workers to join our growing team, providing temporary staffing to supported living homes in Chichester.

As a Youth Support Worker, you'll play an important role in supporting children and young people in residential care settings. You will help provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment, build positive relationships and support young people with their daily routines, activities, education and emotional well-being. No two days are the same, giving you the opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying the flexibility that temporary work offers.

What We're Looking For

• Have previous experience in a similar role as a Youth Support Worker and are comfortable with lone working.
• Are reliable, professional and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy building meaningful relationships.
• Are caring, patient and resilient.
• Are able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

In return, we offer weekly pay, flexible temporary shifts, ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant and the opportunity to work with a variety of trusted care providers across Chichester and surrounding areas, gaining valuable experience across different care settings.

Please note: First for Support is unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we do not provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship