Youth Transition & Independence Support Worker

Nurturing Growth and Compassionate care Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurturing Growth and Compassionate care Ltd in Portsmouth is seeking a Post-16 Support Worker to help young people aged 16+ develop independence, education, and life skills.

You will build relationships, support access to education, training, apprenticeships, and employment, and work with families and professionals to implement personalised plans that promote self-determination and resilience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and inspire young people.
• Empathetic, patient, and non-judgemental approach.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good report-writing and record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and the needs of vulnerable young people.
• Ability to promote independence while providing appropriate support.
• Cultural awareness and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, professional relationships with young people and their families.
• Provide one-to-one and group support tailored to individual needs and aspirations.
• Support young people in accessing education, training, apprenticeships, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
• Assist with developing independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, travel training, and managing appointments.
• Support young people with goal setting, action planning, and personal development.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and self-confidence.
• Advocate for young people and ensure their views and wishes are represented.
• Liaise with colleges, employers, training providers, social workers, healthcare professionals, and other agencies.
• Support young people to access community resources and specialist services.
• Monitor progress, review support plans, and maintain accurate records.
• Safeguard young people and report concerns in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and person-centred practice.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Time-management

Boundaries

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Report-writing

Safeguarding

Cultural awareness

Education

Health and Social Care

Youth Work

Education

Social Care

Related field

Job description

Nurturing Growth and Compassionate care Ltd in Portsmouth is seeking a Post-16 Support Worker to help young people aged 16+ develop independence, education, and life skills.

You will build relationships, support access to education, training, apprenticeships, and employment, and work with families and professionals to implement personalised plans that promote self-determination and resilience.