Youth Support Worker
As a Youth Support Worker, you'll become part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 16-25.
From supporting with daily routines to activities, every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety.
As a key part of the dedicated team, we allocate to every young person, youth support workers have a vital role in helping young people learn and develop skills for life. You don't need any special qualifications for this role, but you do need to share our passion to help young people be the very best they can be.
As a Youth Support Worker you will work in an exquisite environment, supporting young people with community activities like horse riding, swimming, cinema, pantomimes, beach visits which enrich the young people's wellbeing and community access.
You will also support the young people with placement assistance and enrichment to ensure they have a wealth of opportunities for the future.
Build relationships and provide emotional support during both highs and lows. Personal care will be required.
Complete essential planning and documentation.
No prior experience is needed - just a passion for helping others.
Career Development: Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5) and internal promotion opportunities.
30 days (6 weeks) annual leave
~ Access to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
~ Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation.
~ We also offer a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification - *FREE*
~ Lufton College has 2 sites across 40 acres of beautiful countryside. We support young people and adults, between the age of 16 - 25, that have autism with additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours across day, 38 and 52 week placements. Our college aims to enrich and support students as they enter this important part of adulthood. Through our college cats and mini farm, we use animal therapy to support our young people
Safeguarding Statement
Cambian is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years, including roles involving vulnerable groups.
We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
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