Youth Support Worker – Secure Centre | Impactful Care

Brook Street Social Care; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider is seeking a Youth Support Worker in Newton Aycliffe to provide specialist care and guidance to young people facing challenges. In this role, you'll act as a keyworker, offering consistency and support while promoting personal growth. The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving young lives, strong communication skills, and a calm, empathetic demeanor. This position offers a competitive salary package along with various benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

Secure Unit Allowance (5%)

Enhanced pay for unsociable hours

Sleep-in allowance

Durham County Council Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for improving young lives.
• Previous care experience is helpful, but full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and provide emotional support.
• Safeguard and challenge young people appropriately.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.
• Create care plans and progress reports.
• Lead educational, recreational, and physical activities.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

A leading social care provider is seeking a Youth Support Worker in Newton Aycliffe to provide specialist care and guidance to young people facing challenges. In this role, you'll act as a keyworker, offering consistency and support while promoting personal growth. The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving young lives, strong communication skills, and a calm, empathetic demeanor. This position offers a competitive salary package along with various benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.