About Us:
At The Beehive Project, our mission is to support young people from various backgrounds, including those with mental health concerns, care leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASCs), and individuals transitioning from residential care back into the community. We focus on fostering independence and personal responsibility, providing tailored services that empower young people with the skills, resilience, and support needed to make informed decisions that positively shape their futures. Our goal is to enable them to pursue their aspirations and lead fulfilling, autonomous lives. The Beehive Project offers a range of accommodation options designed to support young people aged 16-25 at different stages of their journey toward independence.
The Role:
We are looking for a dedicated Key Worker to provide holistic, ongoing support to young people facing a range of challenges including mental health issues, homelessness, poverty, addiction, or ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences).
You will build professional, trusting relationships to assess needs, arrange appropriate support, monitor progress, and empower each individual toward independent living.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build empathetic, professional relationships with young people to develop trust and offer emotional and practical support—especially during times of crisis.
* Support young people in developing the skills and confidence to live independently.
* Create, maintain, and review personalised risk assessments, care plans, ensuring the active involvement of the young person to promote a person-centred approach
* Ensure all interactions and support provided are accurately documented to assist in the writing of monthly reports.
* Work closely with external agencies (e.g., social workers, healthcare professionals, housing associations) and provide support with attending appointments when needed.
* Identify development and training needs to promote employability, including help with education and college applications.
* Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in local community activities and events.
* Take part in a weekly on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support as part of a dedicated team.
Candidate Attributes & Desirable Skills:
* Level 3 in Adult Social Care / Children and Young People or equivalent (or willingness to work towards this qualification).
* Experience working with vulnerable young people or those presenting challenging behaviours.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Confident working independently and as part of a supportive team.
* Resilient, calm under pressure, and able to manage crisis situations.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Compassionate, non-judgemental, and solution-focused approach.
* Familiarity with CQC and Ofsted standards is desirable.
* Must have valid right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship.
You will embody our values – PRAISE:
Passion – Bring energy, commitment, and heart to everything you do, showing genuine care for the young people we support.
Respect – Treat every individual with dignity, understanding their unique story and valuing their voice and choices.
Advocacy – Stand up for and alongside young people, helping them access opportunities, support, and services they're entitled to.
Innovation – Be open to new ideas and creative approaches that improve the way we work and the outcomes for young people.
Sense of Fun – Create moments of joy and connection, making our spaces feel positive, welcoming, and uplifting.
Empowerment – Support young people to build confidence, make decisions, and take control of their own lives
In return you will receive:
* 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with additional days rewarded with long service.
* Regular supervision, support, and ongoing training opportunities
* Sponsorship available for relevant health and social care qualifications
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Blue Light Discount card
* Day off for your birthday (after successful completion of probation)
* Buy/bank holiday scheme (after successful completion of probation)
* Company sick pay
Interested?
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Flexitime
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Private dental insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you have a previous understanding of CQC and Ofsted requirements?
Work Location: In person