Youth Support Worker: Shape Futures for Kids

Central & Southern Homes; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Career progression opportunities

Free meals

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Enhanced DBS paid by us

Great work-life balance

224 annual leave hours per year

Management development programmes

Job summary

Central & Southern Homes is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to engage with children and young people in a home setting. You will support daily routines, activities, and emotional wellbeing, promoting a safe, stable environment.

The role offers funded training, ongoing professional support and a clear path for progression within a caring, dog-friendly workplace. Join us to make a real difference in young lives.

Qualifications

• Passion for safeguarding and helping young people.
• Ability to follow care plans and risk assessments.
• Good listening skills and curiosity to learn from children.
• Commitment to a homely, child-centred environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and activities in a children’s home.
• Engage in family-like activities, outings and clubs.
• Record events and contribute to care plans and reviews.
• Ensure staff follow home policies and Ofsted standards.
• Be a positive role model and work as part of the team.

Skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Team leadership

Resilience

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Central & Southern Homes is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to engage with children and young people in a home setting. You will support daily routines, activities, and emotional wellbeing, promoting a safe, stable environment.

The role offers funded training, ongoing professional support and a clear path for progression within a caring, dog-friendly workplace. Join us to make a real difference in young lives.