Young People Support Worker
We have a new role available for a Part-Time Young People Support Worker to work as part of a team delivering assessment, support, and move-on services to vulnerable clients in supported or community-based accommodation.
Position:
Young People Support Workers
Location:
Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
Contract:
Part-time, permanent
Hours:
30 hours a week
Salary:
£19,308 PA + pension and other benefits
Closing Date:
Sunday 1st June, 2025
Start date:
The charity is currently awaiting funding confirmation for the new service.
About The Role
As a part-time Young People Support Worker, you will work under the guidance of a manager or senior worker, managing a caseload of clients and sharing responsibility for their safety and wellbeing, along with that of volunteers and staff. You will ensure that accommodation is maintained properly, support clients in sustaining their tenancy, and assist in their successful move-on process. For clients in the community, you will ensure their tenancy is secure and that they have the necessary skills and resources to manage their accommodation.
Key Responsibilities Include
* Ensure client safety, wellbeing, and adherence to safeguarding and emergency procedures.
* Conduct risk assessments, develop support plans, and provide one-to-one/group support to enhance client resilience.
* Build partnerships with local agencies while adhering to data protection protocols.
* Engage flexibly and creatively with clients, involving them in decision-making and activities.
* Assist clients in accessing education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
* Maintain health and safety standards, prepare accommodations for new clients, and keep accurate financial records.
* Collaborate with team members, volunteers, attend training and meetings, and ensure contract compliance.
About You
You should have experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness, an understanding of their needs, and knowledge of risk assessments, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures. Strong literacy, numeracy, IT skills, and a commitment to diversity and professional integrity are essential. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively, and reflect on practices for continuous development is also required.
In Return, You Will Receive
* A comprehensive training package tailored to your role.
* A flexible working model where applicable.
* 26 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 after five years of service.
* Family-friendly leave policies including maternity, adoption, parental, and carers leave.
* Auto-enrolment into the pension scheme from day one, with employer contributions up to 7%, increasing with service.
* Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, prescription services, health checks, and nutrition advice.
* Discount vouchers for gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electronics, and more.
* Cash benefit plans covering dental, optical, hospital stays, scans, and more for you, your partner, and children under 18.
* Death in service benefit (4x base salary).
* Legal advice line.
About The Organisation
The charity offers support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness, focusing on prevention, resilience building, and opportunities in employment, education, training, and volunteering. They operate across Newcastle, London, Greater Manchester, and Milton Keynes.
Relevant previous roles may include Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Wellbeing Worker, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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