Youth Support Worker

7 months ago

Trowbridge, United Kingdom The Amber Foundation Full time

**Job description**

The Amber Foundation offers supported accommodation to homeless, unemployed and disadvantaged young people (aged 18 to 30) who are facing multiple disadvantage including lack of training, education and employment, addiction and substance misuse problems, mental health difficulties and may have been involved in crime and offending behaviour.

**This role is based in Trowbridge, Wiltshire**

We deliver a full-time and residential employability and well-being programme to young people designed to support them into independent accommodation and employment, training or education by the end of their stay.

We are looking to recruit bank Youth Support Worker(s) to cover a variety of shifts and flexible working patterns on a zero hour/casual basis including weekends (days and nights), and weekdays shifts (night shifts). This role has a flexible range of shifts. You will be working in a team covering the centre over 24 hours split between night staff and day staff.

The role of the Youth Support worker is to work proactively, creatively and effectively alongside our young people to develop their skills and strengths and help them to gain the confidence they need to live independent and fulfilling lives. You will be expected to work on a group and one-to-one basis with our residents and offer informal support, advice and guidance. As a Youth Support Worker you will contribute to the smooth and safe running of the centre by providing consistency and reliability. This will involve recording incidents, accidents and safeguarding issues, completing domestic and operational tasks and sharing information with relevant colleagues. You will also undertake housing management and health and safety-related tasks as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Supervise and monitor the activities of youth participants
- Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to youth
- Plan and implement engaging and educational activities for youth
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
- Maintain accurate records of attendance and program participation
- Collaborate with other staff members to create a positive and inclusive environment

**Experience**:

- Previous experience working with youth in a similar setting is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish rapport with youth from diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of youth development principles and best practices
- Ability to handle challenging behaviours and resolve conflicts effectively
- Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and schedules

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

The safe recruitment of staff in Amber is the first step to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our centres. Amber is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in its care. As an employer, Amber expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

**It is Amber’s responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in its care. All applicants will need to evidence their suitability to work with children and young people.**

**Job Type**: Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £11.44 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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