Young Person Support Worker

Job Title: Young Person Support Worker Location: Canterbury, Whitstable, and Thanet Salary: £27,285 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm) with a rota for out-of-hours service Contract Type: Permanent Are you passionate about making a positive impact in young people's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Young Person Support Worker to join our client, a well-established provider of housing services. In this role, you will provide high-quality support to young individuals, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking youth, helping them transition into adulthood and independent living. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a meaningful cause and make a lasting difference. Key Responsibilities: Support and Guidance: Offer practical and emotional support to young people living independently. Skill Development: Assist young people in developing essential independent living skills. Promote Positive Choices: Encourage positive life decisions, including participation in social activities, budgeting, and pursuing education or training. Care Plans: Regularly update and monitor progress in line with individual care plans. Liaison: Collaborate effectively with social services and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for each young person. Service Development: Contribute to service planning, monitoring, and evaluation to ensure continuous improvement. Equality and Inclusion: Respect and accommodate the cultural, religious, and physical needs of all young people. On-Call Assistance: Participate in the on-call rota, offering support when needed. Safeguarding: Identify and address safeguarding issues in accordance with company policies. Team Coordination: Work collaboratively with the team to deliver high-quality, compliant services.Required Skills and Qualifications: Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Children's Social Care or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards it within a specified timeframe. Knowledge: Familiarity with The Children's Act and the Children's Social Care system is preferred. Experience: Previous experience working with young people in a care setting is essential. Skills: Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities. Flexibility: Ability to travel across a large geographical area regularly. Driving License: A full UK driving license is required.Benefits: 25 days annual leave, plus national bank holidays Mileage expenses (claimable from home) Westfield Health Membership (cashback on health services, plus discounts for retailers and gyms) Life cover (2x basic salary) 6-month probation period Employer pension contribution (4% employer, 4% employee) Laptop, phone, and other equipment as needed Referral schemeIf you are passionate about supporting young people and meet the qualifications and experience required, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and help make a significant difference in young lives