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Role: Placed Youth Support Worker

Salary: Up to £29,053 per annum to include 2 sleep in's per week. 3 Days on including 2 sleeps 4 off shift pattern

Hours: Full time Days 8am-10pm plus sleeps

Location: Staffordshire area

Please note a Full UK driving licence is desirable for this role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in providing essential support to young people aged 16 to 18 in supported accommodation. This role involves working shifts from 8 AM to 10 PM plus sleep ins, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide daily support and guidance to young residents, fostering a positive and safe living environment.
Engage in effective communication to build trust and rapport, enabling residents to express their needs and aspirations.
Handle challenging situations with patience and resilience, ensuring the well-being of all individuals in your care.
Maintain accurate and thorough records, documenting interactions and progress to support safeguarding and effective service delivery.Qualities Required:

Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically, fostering an open dialogue with young people.
Commitment and Reliability: A dedicated approach to your role, ensuring consistent support and presence for the residents.
Outcome-Driven Mindset: Focused on achieving positive outcomes for young people, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Ability to Handle Challenges: Experience working with challenging behaviours, demonstrating problem-solving skills and emotional resilience.
Lone Working Capability: Comfortable working independently, while adhering to safeguarding protocols and maintaining a professional standard of care.How you'll be rewarded:

Real Living Wage employer
Competitive pay rates
Christmas bonus
Blue Light Card
Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards - earn up to £2500 per referral!*
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions!
Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development.
Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics
Employee assistance programme
Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We're in this together.
Supportive management and senior leaders.
High quality CPD opportunities.
Free eye checks.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people by providing the support they need to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. If you possess the qualities we seek and are passionate about supporting young individuals, we would love to hear from you!

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