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Young People Support Worker
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Young People Support Worker to help young people overcome challenges and build greater independence.
Salary: £26,436 per year
Location: Warrington
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 6 September 2026
About the role
Join Depaul UK and become part of a supportive team working to create brighter futures for young people experiencing homelessness and other challenges.
As Young People Support Worker, you will provide practical and emotional support to young people who may have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, substance misuse or the care system. You will build positive relationships, develop tailored support plans and help young people develop the confidence, resilience and skills they need to move forward.
Key responsibilities include:
· Completing risk and needs assessments and developing outcome-focused support plans
· Providing one-to-one and group support to young people
· Supporting clients to access education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities
· Working with local agencies and statutory services to provide joined-up support
· Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety and emergency procedures are followed
· Encouraging young people to participate in decisions about their support and wider activities
· Preparing accommodation for new clients and supporting them to settle in
· Working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers
· Participating in a rota that may include unsocial hours, weekends and lone working
About you
You will have experience of working with young people or people who have experienced homelessness, along with an understanding of some of the challenges they may face.
You will also have:
· An understanding of homelessness, mental health, substance misuse or the care system
· Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning
· A clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
· The ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
· A collaborative, flexible and reflective approach
· A commitment to equality, diversity, dignity and respect
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK works to end homelessness and change the lives of people affected by it. Established in 1989, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year.
You will join an inclusive and supportive organisation that believes in the potential of every person, with access to excellent training, ongoing support and opportunities to develop.
Benefits include 26 days' annual leave, rising with service, pension contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, a cash health plan, family-friendly policies, retail and lifestyle discounts and death-in-service benefit.
Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Where required for the role, an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Young Person's Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Youth Support Worker, Key Worker, Project Worker, Residential Support Worker or Supported Housing Worker. #INDSCP
Registered Charity 
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Thank you!
Remote (Surrey and surrounding areas) | 18 – 24 hours
£27,500 pro rata | Flexible working | Real impact
Are you kind, caring and professional – the sort of person who listens deeply, holds space for others, and wants to make a real difference?
At Jigsaw South East, we support children and young people who are facing or coping with the death of a loved one. We’re looking for a compassionate and confident Grief Support Worker to join our small, dedicated team.
In this role, you’ll:
- Support families one-to-one and in groups, both pre- and post-bereavement
- Hold meaningful (and sometimes tough) conversations with warmth and sensitivity
- Help children feel less alone in their grief, and families feel more connected
- Contribute to our PIECES group programme, helpline, and referral process
This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to walk alongside people at one of the hardest points in their lives and offer light, steadiness and support.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- A warm, person-centred approach
- Experience working with children and families
- Emotional resilience and a strong sense of purpose
- The ability to travel across Surrey and attend some evening/weekend sessions
We offer:
- Flexible working
- TOIL and supervision
- Ongoing training and personal growth
- A supportive, values-led team who genuinely care
If you believe in the power of kindness and want to help children feel seen, safe and supported, we’d love to hear from you.
View our recruitment pack for more information including a full job description and person specification:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.