Youth Support Worker: Build a New Residential Service

Rotherwood; Oldham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Rotherwood Cares is recruiting dedicated Support Workers for a brand-new residential service in Oldham, supporting young people aged 16-18. The role starts on a flexible temporary/ad-hoc basis with potential to go permanent as the home develops.

You will work to build relationships, promote independence and ensure safety for young people who may have trauma or mental health needs. Shifts are flexible (days and waking nights), with pay at £12.71 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children/young people or adults with complex needs.
• Active study in Health & Social Care, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Youth Work or related field welcome.
• A caring, resilient and professional approach required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people who may have experienced trauma and require person-centred support.
• Build positive relationships, promote independence, and ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Support them to achieve positive outcomes through consistent care.
• Adapt to flexible shifts including days and waking nights.

Skills

Support young people

Teamwork

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Flexible shifts

Education

Enhanced DBS check (Child & Adult workforce)

Job description

Rotherwood Cares is recruiting dedicated Support Workers for a brand-new residential service in Oldham, supporting young people aged 16-18. The role starts on a flexible temporary/ad-hoc basis with potential to go permanent as the home develops.

You will work to build relationships, promote independence and ensure safety for young people who may have trauma or mental health needs. Shifts are flexible (days and waking nights), with pay at £12.71 per hour.