YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER

Charles Hunter Associates; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Youth Support Worker to help young people in their journey towards independence. This rewarding role involves providing support to unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and care leavers, helping them with daily tasks such as budgeting, food preparation, and community appointments. The ideal candidate will possess empathy and resilience, making a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals facing mental health challenges. Join a dynamic team that values proactive support and offers flexible working hours, ensuring a fulfilling career while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Holiday Pay 12.07%

Weekly Pay

Online Rota App

Free E-Learning Platform

Shift Consistency

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with mental health and complex needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service required.

Responsibilities

• Support unaccompanied asylum seeking children and care leavers.
• Assist with budgeting, food prep, and community appointments.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Resilience

Clear Communication Skills

Proactive Work Ethic

Education

Experience in Support Work or Key Worker

Enhanced Child and Adult DBS

Tools

Online Rota App

E-Learning Platform

Job description

Youth Support Worker

Chippenham Location

You must have the Right to Work in the UK and hold a UK driving License with access to a vehicle.

Youth Support Worker required to support our client in Bristol with their Semi-Independent Living Services. You will be working with young people at 16-21 years.

About the role:

As a Support Worker, you will be working with unaccompanied asylum seeking children and care leavers to live independently. Duties include supporting with property maintenance, budgeting, food shopping, food prep, and appointments in the community.

About you:

A successful candidate will have empathy, compassion, and resilience working with young people with mental health, anxiety, and complex needs.

Pay starts from £12.21 per hour PAYE + Holiday Pay

Requirements for you as a Youth Support Worker:

• Experience in Support Work or Key worker.
• Confident in working independently and being proactive.
• Self-motivated individual with clear communication skills.
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the update service.

Shift Times for you as a Youth Support Worker:

• Monday - Friday 9:00-17:00 / 10:00-18:00.
• Some weekend work may be required.
• Potential block bookings / temporary to permanent opportunities.

Benefits for you as a Youth Support Worker:

• Holiday Pay 12.07%
• Weekly Pay
• Online Rota app
• Free E-Learning Platform
• Shift consistency

For more information please apply or contact [e-mail] / 01189485555