Youth Support Worker (Sleep-In) – Shape Futures

Caretech; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payments

Welcome bonus £500

Enhanced DBS paid for

Job summary

Linx in Hatfield is seeking compassionate carers to support young people through key transitions to adulthood. You will be a consistent, caring adult role model, advocating for their development and safety.

Shifts include 8am-11pm with Sleep-ins 11pm-8am; a 3-week rolling rota. We offer sleep-in payments, a £500 welcome bonus on probation, Enhanced DBS coverage, and opportunities to progress within a friendly, home-like team.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people or care experience preferred.
• Desire to pursue relevant qualification and participate in ongoing training.
• Must be a team player, supportive and supported.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to cover day shifts with overnight sleep-ins at the service.

Responsibilities

• Support each young person through daily independence challenges.
• Resource facilities around employment, training, housing, and finances.
• Be emotionally available to listen to young people’s views and feelings.
• Promote positive relationships in a nurturing environment.
• Have fun and spend time with our young people.
• Plan and engage shared time within the home for the team and young people.
• Create an environment that our young people feel part of.
• Encourage growth and thriving within the home.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team player

Resilience

Digital literacy

Job description

Linx in Hatfield is seeking compassionate carers to support young people through key transitions to adulthood. You will be a consistent, caring adult role model, advocating for their development and safety.

Shifts include 8am-11pm with Sleep-ins 11pm-8am; a 3-week rolling rota. We offer sleep-in payments, a £500 welcome bonus on probation, Enhanced DBS coverage, and opportunities to progress within a friendly, home-like team.