Why Join Nevaeh Homes?
- Be part of a growing organisation expanding into the North East
- Opportunity to shape and be part of a new service from the ground up
- Work within a supportive, values-driven team
- Make a real difference to young people’s lives
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team supporting young people aged 16 to 18+ in supported accommodation.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing personalised care, guidance, and support to help young individuals develop independence and achieve their potential. This role involves working closely with young people, implementing care plans, and fostering a safe and nurturing environment. The position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's lives through empathetic support and professional commitment.
Our homes are staffed up to 24 hours per day, and this role includes: shift work (including evenings and weekends) and sleep-in duties
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support to young people, assisting with their personal, social, and emotional development
- Follow safeguarding procedures and raise concerns appropriately
- Implement and review individualised placement plans in collaboration with the team and external agencies
- Encourage independence by supporting young people with daily living skills such as budgeting, cooking, and personal hygiene
- Promote a safe environment by monitoring behaviour and intervening where necessary to de-escalate conflicts or concerns
- Support young people with emotional regulation and behaviours of concern
- Facilitate activities that promote social inclusion, education, or employment opportunities
- Maintain accurate records of support provided, progress made, and any incidents in accordance with organisational policies
- Support young people in preparing for independent living, including liaising with educational institutions or employment providers as required
- Contribute to a positive, proactive team environment
- Foster effective communication with colleagues, young people, families (where appropriate), and external professionals
Skills
- Minimum age: 21 years old (due to regulatory requirements)
- Experience working with children or vulnerable young people is essential
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with young people and colleagues
- Experience working with young people displaying challenging behaviours (essential)
- Experience with exploitation (CSE/CCE) (desirable)
- Experience supporting young parents (desirable)
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a supportive manner
- Good organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain accurate documentation
- Basic IT skills for record keeping and reporting purposes
- Valid driving licence is advantageous for supporting outings or appointments
- Empathy, patience, and resilience are essential qualities for this role
- Knowledge of child protection procedures and safeguarding policies is preferred but not essential; training will be provided if necessary
Qualifications & Training
- QCF/NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Health & Social Care (Children) or Youth related qualification (or willingness to complete within required timeframe)
- Mandatory training provided, including: Safeguarding, Child Sexual & Criminal Exploitation, Professional Boundaries and Restraint/Intervention Training
Working Conditions
- Bank/ emergency and short notice cover position only
- Weekend and bank holiday shifts
- Sleep-ins
- Flexibility to work across different homes if needed
- Additional hours may be required to cover service needs
- Enhanced DBS required prior to employment
This position offers an enriching opportunity to support vulnerable young people in achieving their goals within a caring environment.
We welcome applications from individuals committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Pay: From £12.72 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a CLEAR Enhanced DBS?
- Are you on the DBS Update Service?
- Able to cover sickness and absence at short notice?
- Are you able to build positive, trusting relationships with young people?
- Do you have a good understanding of professional boundaries?
Experience:
- working with children/ young people: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
