Support Worker

Job Overview

We're based just a short stroll from Great Yarmouth's beautiful sandy beaches — a perfect spot to make a real difference while enjoying the sea air. This is a full-time, on-site role, supporting care-experienced young people aged 16–17 as they take their next steps toward independence.

As one of our valued team members, you'll help create a safe, nurturing and empowering home environment. You'll work closely with a small, passionate team to deliver high-quality daily support, contribute to life skills development, and help shape positive futures. You'll also play an active role in team collaboration, continuous improvement, and communicating progress to stakeholders.

If you're compassionate, reliable and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, join us by the coast and help young people build brighter, more independent futures.

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to provide high-quality support for looked after young people aged 16 & 17. We're based just a short stroll from Great Yarmouth's beautiful sandy beaches — a perfect spot to make a real difference while enjoying the sea air. This is a full-time, on-site role, supporting care-experienced young people aged 16–17 as they take their next steps toward independence.

As one of our valued team members, you'll help create a safe, nurturing and empowering home environment. You'll work closely with a small, passionate team to deliver high-quality daily support, contribute to life skills development, and help shape positive futures. You'll also play an active role in team collaboration, continuous improvement, and communicating progress to stakeholders.

If you're compassionate, reliable and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, join us by the coast and help young people build brighter, more independent futures. This role requires a blend of practical skills and emotional intelligence to effectively assist clients with daily activities and personal care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, person-centred support to young people, recognising and responding to individual needs and experiences.
• Build positive, trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Create a homely, warm, and welcoming environment where young people feel safe and heard.
• Support young people in developing practical skills, resilience, and confidence for independent living.
• Engage in positive activities and experiences with young people, contributing to a sense of fun and belonging.
• Be open and prepared to have tricky, emotive, and reflective conversations in a supportive and non-judgemental way, sharing information as part of the network around the young person.
• Record all information in an accurate and timely manager on our electronic system.
• Work with professionals from a plethora of agencies, including social workers, Police, Personal Advisors, Health, Emergency Services and so forth.
• Reflect on your own practice and participate in team reflective sessions and supervision.
• Work in line with organisational policies, procedures, and Ofsted regulations.
• Attend mandatory and developmental training sessions.

Criteria

• GCSEs, A Levels or equivalent
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent - or willing to work towards this
• Compassionate, thoughtful, and emotionally resilient
• Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with young people while maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Good sense of humour and ability to contribute to a warm, welcoming environment
• Committed to upholding values of equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Awareness of Ofsted regulations in supported accommodation settings
• Basic IT and record-keeping skills
• Understanding of how life experiences and trauma can impact young people's behaviour, emotions, and development
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required
• Willingness to undertake relevant training including safeguarding, first aid, and trauma awareness
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and therapeutic approaches

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people as they transition to independence. If you are dedicated to providing exceptional support we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.21-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person