Support Worker - Young People’s Housing Services
Empowering independence, building futures
Full Time | 37.5 hours | £25,857 | Hemel Hempstead
Join our supportive team helping young people - including separated migrant children - build independence and move confidently toward their future. We create an inclusive and respectful environment where each young person feels understood, supported and empowered.
The Role
Build trusting, compassionate relationships
Provide trauma-informed support and promote life skills
Encourage independence rather than personal care
Maintain clear records and follow support plans
Lone work when needed and collaborate with colleagues and agenciesAbout You
You are caring, adaptable and confident communicating with young people from diverse backgrounds. You value inclusion, work well both independently and as part of a team, and are committed to person-centred support and continuous learning.
Essential Criteria:
Full UK driving licence with business insurance and access to a vehicle for business use
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma - or willingness to complete, supported by Hightown
Ability to work as part of a 24-hour rota, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins (for sleep-ins you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £52.78).Hightown Benefits
£25,857 per annum
33-35 days annual leave
Blue Light Card - access to thousands of retailer discounts
Mileage paid for car usage
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Pension & life assurance (3× salary)
Long Service Awards
Monthly Attendance Bonus
Annual salary and cost-of-living review
Employee assistance helplineAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS (and signed up to the DBS Update Service) and references.
We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer