Support Worker (Nights)
Shifts: 8pm to 8am (Various hours per week available, full time and part time)
Make a Real Difference Every Day!
Are you compassionate, proactive, and ready to help young people take confident steps toward independent living? We’re looking for a warm, organised Support Worker to join our team and make a lasting impact on young people and adults with care experience, disabilities, or complex needs.
What you’ll be doing:
In this varied and meaningful role, you’ll coach young people through essential life skills from budgeting and cooking to managing routines and understanding tenancy responsibilities. You’ll offer emotional support, help build confidence, and encourage resilience, all while ensuring a safe, homely and welcoming environment.
- You’ll be able to spot and respond to safeguarding concerns
- Create support and safety plans
- Help young people access education, training, and employment opportunities
- Support with CVs, job searches and interviews
- Build links with local colleges, employers and community groups
- Encourage healthy support networks and reduce social isolation
- Work collaboratively with families, social workers and other professionals
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Level 3+ in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Counselling or similar (or willing to obtain this within 18 months of joining)
- At least 12 months’ experience supporting vulnerable young people or adults
- Strong safeguarding knowledge
- Great communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to build trust
- Confidence using IT systems for reporting and case notes
- A positive attitude, empathy, flexibility, and commitment to helping others thrive
- Ability to travel independently
Why Join Us?
- A supportive, values-led organisation that invests in its people
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities for career progression into management
- A positive, collaborative, and learning-focused culture
What else is important?
- This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- You must be eligible to work in the UK (we are not able to offer sponsorship)
If you’re ready to take the next step in your social care career and help shape brighter futures for young people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Level 3+qualification in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Counselling or similar or are you willing to undertake this within 18 months of joining us?
- Do you have any restrictions on your right to work in the UK? If so, please provide details.
- Are you able to travel regularly to Stoke-on-Trent?
- Do you have experience of working as a Support Worker or in a caring profession (Residential Care/Teacher/Social Worker/Nurse etc.)? If so, how many years' experience do you have?
Experience:
- Working with vulnerable young people: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
