Support Worker

Support Worker
Boston
Young People Service (16-21)
3-month contract
35 hours
16.57 LTD / 14.13 PAYE (inc hol)
Provide essential support and empower young people aged 16-21 to live independently, safely, and happily within the community.

THE ROLE
As a Support Worker, you will work within a dynamic team, acting as a keyworker to young people, delivering tailored support packages. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting initial assessments, safety planning, and action plans with young people.
• Supporting young people with essential living skills, including budgeting, cooking, and attending appointments.
• Managing housing and property tasks, including maintaining property standards and ensuring voids are minimized.
• Promoting engagement with education, training, or employment opportunities.
• Addressing challenging behaviors calmly and professionally, adhering to safeguarding protocols.
• Liaising with external agencies to provide holistic support to service users.
• Ensuring compliance with tenancy agreements and taking necessary action for non-engagement.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, supporting young people with diverse needs. Essential skills and experience include:

• Knowledge of housing management, safeguarding, and support planning.
• Ability to engage and inspire difficult-to-reach young people.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including de-escalation techniques.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies to deliver support packages.
• Competence in conducting routine health and safety and property maintenance checks.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours per week:
  • Week 1: Tuesday - Friday
  • Week 2: Monday - Thursday
  • Week 3: Thursday - Sunday
• 3-month contract with potential extension.
• The pay for the role is 16.57 per hour LTD. The PAYE equivalent is 14.13 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a 250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!