Youth Development Worker – Tenancy Sustainment
📍 Location: Plymouth
💰 Rate: £15.34 per hour
📄 Contract: Full-time (37 hours per week) Permanent
🕒 Hours: Between 8:00am – 10:00pm on a rolling rota (Monday–Sunday)
We are currently recruiting for a Youth Development Worker to join a supported accommodation service in Plymouth, helping young people build the skills and confidence needed to live independently.
The Role
You will provide key worker support to young people, helping them develop life skills and sustain their tenancies while working towards independent living. The role involves working as part of a supportive team within a residential setting.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one key worker support for young people in supported accommodation
Develop and review support plans, risk assessments and risk management plans
Help young people build life skills and maintain their tenancies
Support individuals to access relevant services, education, and opportunities
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Ensure all work is carried out in line with safeguarding policies and procedures
Requirements
Ability to engage and build rapport with young people
Understanding of support planning, safeguarding, and mental health awareness
Experience or understanding of risk assessment and risk management
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work flexibly on a rota including evenings and weekends
Comfortable with short periods of lone working
Ideal Candidate
Creative and person-centred approach to support
Resilient, flexible and proactive
Strong organisation and communication skills
Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise tasks
Positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting young people
⚠️ Please note: An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role due to the nature of the work.
📩 If you’re interested in taking the next step in a career supporting young people, please get in touch for more information or to apply.
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