Young Person's Support Worker - Branching Out Newark
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Job Details
Location: Newark
Salary: £24,030 - £24,513 per annum
Application Status: 2 days ago, among the first 25 applicants
Introduction
Do you want to get into social care with a reputable, values-based organization? Would you like to make a real difference in the community?
Why Work With Us?
* Official Great Places to Work endorsement
* Enhanced annual leave
* Shorter working week for the same pay
* Investment in colleagues' wellbeing
Here at NCHA, we offer a supportive environment where you can develop your skills with comprehensive training.
The Role
Branching Out Newark, commissioned by Nottingham County Council, provides a strengths-based support service to empower young people. We seek motivated Support Workers to mentor and support young people in building confidence and independence.
Requirements: Willingness to work and travel to our Newark locations (Kings Road and Orchard Way).
Responsibilities
* Supporting service users to express themselves and make informed decisions respecting their dignity and rights.
* Developing and implementing individual support plans, including risk assessments.
* Supporting independence, access to education, employment, leisure, and cultural activities.
* Supporting service users with behavioral challenges and advocating on their behalf.
Candidate Profile
Confident, resilient, with experience working with young people, understanding childhood trauma and its effects. Experience as a teaching assistant, youth worker, or volunteer is valuable. Patience and assertiveness are essential to handle challenging behaviors positively.
Working Hours
Flexible rota-based schedule, including day shifts (08:00-15:30 or 14:30-22:00) and occasional nights with enhanced rates. The service operates 24/7.
Additional Information
We are ranked as the 41st UK’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work UK. All candidates will need to pass a work-related test before the interview. We do not offer visa sponsorship. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including BAME, disabled, and LGBT+ communities.
Employment Details
* Seniority Level: Entry level
* Type: Full-time
* Function: Other
* Industry: Individual and Family Services
We look forward to your application!
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