Join the Bridgestock Housing TeamSupport Worker / Key Worker – Semi-Independent Accommodation (16–18 Years)
Location: Sutton
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time
About Bridgestock Housing
At Bridgestock Housing, we are committed to empowering young people aged 16–18 to develop the confidence, skills, and independence they need to transition successfully into adulthood. We provide high-quality semi-independent accommodation in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
We are looking for passionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers/Key Workers who want to make a positive difference in the lives of young people.
The Role
As a Support Worker/Key Worker, you will:
- Support young people to develop independent living skills.
- Build positive and professional relationships with young people.
- Complete key work sessions and create person-centred support plans.
- Carry out risk assessments and regularly review support plans.
- Encourage engagement in education, employment, and training.
- Maintain accurate daily records, incident reports, and case notes.
- Liaise with social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, equality, and inclusion.
- Help young people achieve positive outcomes and prepare for independent living.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience working with young people, care leavers, or within supported accommodation.
- A Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
- An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
- A compassionate, resilient, and professional approach to supporting vulnerable young people.
- Right to work in the UK.
We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay (£12.71 per hour).
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive management and supervision.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to: [email protected]
Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.71-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Support work: 2 years (required)
- Level 2 health care: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
