Blossom Living – Supporting Young People (16–18) Ipswich
Are you a supporting, reliable person who wants to make a real difference in a young person’s life?
Blossom Living is a Ofsted regulated provider, that provides safe, supportive homes for young people aged 16–18 leaving care or facing homelessness. We’re looking for compassionate Support Workers to join our team and help guide young people toward independence.
This role is Full-time and on a pro-rata basis, part of the role includes being on 'standby' for some shifts, which means you can be called out for emergencies/staff sickness cover, when called out, you will receive a higher rate of pay and an enhanced sleep-in rate.
What Makes This Role Great
✔ Flexible rota – pick the shifts that suit you
✔ Sleep-in shifts available regularly
✔ Paid Holidays
✔ Enhanced DBS paid for by us
✔ Training and development opportunities
✔ Supportive and friendly team environment
Your Role
As a Youth Support Worker you will:
- Support young people aged 16–18 in supported accommodation
- Help them develop independent living skills (cooking, budgeting, cleaning, routines)
- Provide emotional support and positive mentorship
- Encourage young people to achieve their goals and build confidence
- Follow safeguarding procedures to ensure a safe environment
- Record key information and communicate with the wider support team
About You
We are looking for people who are:
- Caring and compassionate
- Calm and patient
- Reliable and responsible
- Good communicators
- Able to build positive relationships with young people
Previous experience working with young people or vulnerable individuals is helpful but not essential, full training can be provided.
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS (we will cover the cost)
- Fluent English (written and spoken)
- Ability to work evenings and sleep-in shifts
Blossom Living is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Apply today and help young people blossom into independence
Pay: £27,834.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
