THIS IS A PART TIME TEMP POSITION - 14 HOURS PER WEEK - CAERPHILLY
Support Worker - Pre and Post Support
Part Time | 14 Hours Per Week | Temporary ongoing contract
Monday to Friday Working Pattern (2 or 3 days per week)
£13.71 per hour
Caerphilly area
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to build independence, confidence, and stability in their lives?
We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join a supported housing service working with young people who may have experienced homelessness, trauma, care experience, or complex support needs. You will make first contact with new referrals and discuss needs, assess the situation and make a plan.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who thrives on building positive relationships and making a genuine difference every day.
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to young people living within supported accommodation and community-based settings. You will help individuals work towards their goals, develop independent living skills, and access opportunities around education, training, wellbeing, and employment.
What will you do?
* Engage with young people to assess the situation, needs and support required
* Supporting young people through regular key-working sessions
* Creating and reviewing support and risk management plans
* Encouraging engagement with education, training, employment, and meaningful activities
* Supporting tenants with budgeting, benefits, and tenancy-related responsibilities
* Working alongside external agencies and support networks
* Maintaining accurate support records and safeguarding documentation
* Promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes
What We're Looking For
* Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people
* Calm, resilient, and empathetic
* Able to build trusting professional relationships
* Organised and able to manage a varied workload
* Confident working independently and as part of a team
* Understanding of trauma-informed or psychologically informed approaches
* Previous experience within supported housing, homelessness, mental health, youth work, or social care would be highly beneficial.
Requirements
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
* Flexibility to meet the needs of the service
* Strong communication and record-keeping skills
* Knowledge of the Caerphilly area would be great!
If you are looking for a meaningful part-time role where you can positively impact young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
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