Job Description
Floating Support Worker (Outreach)
We are seeking a motivated individual to provide flexible, person centred support to young people preparing for independent living.
Position Floating Support Worker (Outreach)
Salary £24,136 per year plus benefits
Location Cheshire West and Chester, community based with work from local bases
Hours Full time, 37.5 hours per week including some evenings and weekends
Contract Permanent
Closing date 19th December 2025
About the Role
This is a hands on outreach role supporting young people with care experience as they transition into independent living. You will hold a caseload and work with each young person to build confidence, develop life skills and move towards their personal goals.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Completing assessments to identify strengths, needs and goals
2. Creating tailored, strengths based support plans
3. Working with young people aged 15 and over in their homes and in the community
4. Providing practical support with daily living skills, budgeting and managing a tenancy
5. Supporting access to education, training, employment or volunteering
6. Helping young people apply for benefits and complete forms
7. Linking with health, mental health, drug and alcohol and specialist services
8. Build...