The vacancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Younger Persons Support Officer to join our team at our Younger Persons Service in Hereford to work with the young people in our accommodation-based service across a 7 day 9am-10pm team rota to provide a safe and supportive environment for young people aged big part of this role is around engagement so you should be able to build good working relationships with our young will be confident in dealing with crisis situations as they arise, this may include liaising with other professionals or signposting to external agencies to fully support the young people. You will need to update and record information in a timely and accurate you able to engage young people? Can you think outside the box? Are you able to remain calm in times of crisis? If yes, this role could be for you!The hours are based on a 7- day Rota on shifts 9am to 5pm, 11am to 7pm or 2pm to you would like further information about the role, or for an informal chat please contact Sarah Jones, Younger Persons Deputy Service Manager on 07817 866073.Shortlisting date: 27 August 2025Interview date: 02 September 2025This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS ConnexusConnexus is a rural housing association with its heritage in Shropshire and Herefordshire, providing good quality, affordable and safe homes that customers are proud to live in. We create inclusive neighbourhoods, sustainable rural communities, and provide services that support our customers to build a life in their home. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same. You’ll be joining a team which provides a wide range of excellent support services including independent living for older people, providing specialist accommodation and services for younger people, and managing a refuge and other safe accommodation for those fleeing domestic teams also provide supported temporary accommodation for those aged 18-55 who have complex needs. Some roles involve providing help locally in the community, supporting and offering specialist advice and working with our partners to prevent provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We’re here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you.