Youth Support Worker

1 month ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Horizon Care & Education Full time

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: Manchester 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

INDSUPBAU


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