Job Title: Support Worker – Children’s Contract
Location: Kent
Salary: £27,264.00 - £42,287.00 per annum
Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week 8.30am-5pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Purpose of the Role:
Our client, a leading provider of housing solutions, is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team. Reporting to the Support Worker Team Manager and working collaboratively as part of a team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality support and achieving positive outcomes for care leavers, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. The role focuses on supporting their transition into adulthood and independent living.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a caseload of young people, delivering tailored support in line with individual care and pathway plans.
* Support young people in developing independent living skills and making positive life choices around education, budgeting, and social engagement.
* Conduct regular property visits to ensure living standards meet health and safety requirements, reporting maintenance issues promptly.
* Coordinate and attend move-ins and inductions, ensuring young people understand house rules, responsibilities, and support services available.
* Liaise effectively with social workers, external agencies, and internal departments to ensure integrated service delivery and timely issue resolution.
* Maintain accurate records, update care plans, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and contract standards.
* Attend audits and contribute to internal reviews by communicating findings clearly and supporting continuous service improvement.
* Participate in staff meetings, training, and development activities to enhance performance and meet contractual obligations.
* Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion by respecting cultural, religious, and individual needs across all aspects of service delivery.
Required Skills:
* NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Social Care (or equivalent), or a commitment to achieve the qualification within an agreed timeframe.
* Strong knowledge and understanding of the Children’s Act and relevant legislation within Children’s Social Care.
* Proven experience working with young people in a care or supported housing setting.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, professional relationships with young people, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
* Able to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle essential, with daily travel required to support the Children’s Contracts Team while working remotely.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Mileage expenses (claimable from home)
* Health Membership
* Life cover
* 6-month probation period
* 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution
* Laptop, phone, and other equipment as needed
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Referral scheme
If you are passionate about supporting young people and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards making a significant difference in the lives of young individuals.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, in accordance with the responsibilities of the role.
Please contact Kerrie Collett on (phone number removed) to learn more, or submit your application today