Our Vacancy
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Enhanced DBS required
Make a Difference Every Day
We're looking for a Support Worker to join our Young People's Service, supporting 18-24-year-olds, including young people leaving care and those who have experienced homelessness.
This is a semi-independent housing service, meaning you'll provide support and guidance rather than personal care.
You'll help young people build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living, making a real difference to their future.
What You'll Be Doing
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Supporting young people to achieve their goals and live independently
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Completing support plans, risk assessments, and regular reviews
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Helping with everyday life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, and managing a tenancy
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Encouraging engagement with education, employment, training, and community services
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Working with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people
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Keeping accurate records and maintaining safeguarding standards
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Working both independently and as part of a supportive team
Why Join Peabody?
At Peabody, our values guide everything we do: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
You'll receive:
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25 days annual leave
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Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental cover, and retail discounts
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Up to 10% pension contribution and 4x life assurance
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Learning and development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships
Shift Pattern
This role works on a 2-week rolling rota, including:
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Weekday shifts
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Approximately one weekend shift per week
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Some Bank Holiday working
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No sleep-ins required
Additional Information
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Enhanced DBS check required
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Full driving licence preferred but not essential
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Travel to training in Houghton Regis and occasionally other Hertfordshire locations will be required
Ready to Apply?
Interviews will take place in person at the scheme on Wednesday 2 September 2026. Please note that interview slots are expected to last up to 2 hours.
For any further questions, please contact Charlene Moore, Talent Specialist at [email protected].
