Young Person's Support Worker

Young Person's Support Worker

Newark 

£22,669 - £23,428 per annum

Interviews are being hold on an ongoing basis

Do you wish you had someone to guide you when you were aged between 16-21? 

Our client needs motivated Support Workers to encourage our young people to be the best version of themselves. Being a young person is tough, help to mentor and lead future generations.

They offer a quality strengths based support service which aims to build the skills, confidence and independence of the young people who come through their doors. 

You must be willing and able to work and travel to both of their locations in Newark. 

Are you confident and resilient with previous experience working with Young People? If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect role for you.

They are looking for individuals with previous experience of working with Young People and who have an understanding the challenges young people face, childhood trauma and it's effects. If you've worked as a teaching assistant, youth worker or even volunteered with Young People, we want to hear from you. 

Their team play a critical role in advocating for our tenants. From liaising with agencies to help them access permanent accommodation to supporting them to access education or employment training Branching Out do it all. This includes advocating for them in meetings with services. 

There’s still time for fun though as you will also support and encourage activities such as football, sports and activities.

Looking for a hands on role? Look no further.

Working on a rota basis means you will need to be flexible over a 7 day rota. Our service operates 24/7, however day shifts are either 08:00 – 15:30 or 14:30 – 22:00.  There will be the option to pick up nights on occasion, for which their night enhancement rates will apply. 

Change can sometimes be hard so you could face behaviours that challenge, your patient and assertive nature will make sure this doesn’t escalate and make sure there are positive outcomes consistently.

Over to you – click apply and show us why you are suitable!

Please note that they are not currently offering visa sponsorship.

Previous applicants and colleagues re-applying will be reviewed at the manager’s discretion. They may close this vacancy early should they receive sufficient interest. 

As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, our client welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and disabled candidates. As part of their LGBTQ Allies Programme, they also welcome applications from members of the LGBTQ community and encourage inclusivity in the workplace. Male Support Workers are currently under-represented in this area and we particularly welcome suitable applications.