Job Title: Support Worker (16+ Supported Accommodation) Location: Northampton
Contract Type: Full Time Salary: £26,000 – 27,000 Dependant on experience and maybe negotiable for the right person
We are looking for a fulltime Position to be filled possibly PT
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team, working with young people aged 16+ in supported accommodation. This role is about empowering young people to develop independence, resilience, and brighter futures.
You will Ideally a level 3 in Health and Social care or if the right applicant is recruited TD will put you through the level 3
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting young people with everyday living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and maintaining a home
- Encouraging engagement in education, training, or employment opportunities Promoting independence while offering guidance and positive role-modelling
- Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all young people
- Working alongside other professionals and agencies to provide holistic support Keeping accurate records and writing reports where needed
- Overseeing the property and ensuring Health and safety measures are carried out to a good standard
- Record keeping
- Completing support plans, risk assessments and all other reports required What we’re looking for:
- A genuine passion for supporting and inspiring young people
- Strong communication, listening, and mentoring skills
- Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Flexibility to work a varied shift
- Experience in youth work, supported housing, or a related setting is desirable, but training will be provided
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection is an advantage
- Ideally a level 3 in health and social care but if the right person and this is not in place the opportunity to gain this in the role
- Driver, with full access to a car
- Sense of humour
What we offer:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Full induction and ongoing training, including safeguarding and professional development
- Opportunities to progress and develop further within the organisation
- A supportive and positive team culture
- The opportunity to make a real, lasting impact in young people’s lives
- 20 days holiday and the bank holidays
- Sick pay
- Pension
If you are motivated, approachable, and ready to help shape the future of young people moving towards independence, we’d love to hear from you. If you would like an informal chat, please call Jane Willmott on 07836777229
No Domiciliary carers need apply unless you have previous experience in this field
Interviews to be held on: Week commencing the7th September but may be held sooner if the right applicant applies
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
