Youth Support Worker

Rotherwood; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing consultant support

Regular work opportunities

Job summary

Rotherwood is seeking compassionate Casual Support Workers to assist young people aged 16-25 in supported accommodation settings in Wakefield and Halifax. You will help them develop practical living skills, access education and employment, and build confidence while promoting safeguarding and wellbeing.

The role requires flexibility across a rota including evenings, weekends, and waking nights. Prior experience with vulnerable groups and a full UK driving license is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children, young people, care leavers, or vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and resiliently.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible approach to shift work.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to empower young people to develop independent living skills.
• Help access education, training and employment opportunities.
• Assist in building confidence, resilience and self-esteem.
• Support with tenancies and maintaining accommodation.
• Facilitate access to healthcare and community services.
• Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people to build independence, confidence, and brighter futures?

We are recruiting compassionate and dedicated Casual Support Workers to join a growing service supporting young people aged 16-25 who may have experienced trauma, homelessness, family breakdown, or other life challenges.

This rewarding role involves working within supported accommodation settings, helping young people develop the practical and emotional skills needed to move towards independent living.

The Role

You will provide person-centred support to young people, empowering them to:

• Develop independent living skills
• Access education, training, and employment opportunities
• Build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
• Manage tenancies and maintain accommodation
• Access healthcare and community services
• Reduce risks associated with homelessness, exploitation, and social isolation

You will also:

• Build positive and professional relationships with young people
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times
• Complete support plans, case notes, and incident reports
• Encourage positive outcomes and goal achievement
• Work flexibly across a rota including evenings, weekends, and waking nights where required

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children, young people, care leavers, or vulnerable adults
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Ability to manage challenging situations in a calm and resilient manner
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Flexible approach to shift work
• Full UK Driving Licence desirable but not essential

What's On Offer?

• Flexible casual shifts to suit your availability
• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for regular work
• Experience within a rewarding and growing sector

This role is based in Halifax and Wakefield.