Youth worker Work, Jobs in Southminster, Ess (with Salaries)

Youth Support Worker
Blossom Living Limited —Colchester
- £12.75 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- Paid training
- Health & wellbeing programme
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2d
Youth Mentor
UTurn4Support —Tendring
- £15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Quick apply
9d
Children and Youth Project Worker
Trust Links —Westcliff-on-Sea
- From £25,213.50 a year
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Experience working with children
- Computer skills
- Work from home
- Life insurance
Quick apply
22h
Youth Engagement Coach
Colchester United Community Foundation —Colchester
- £21,150 - £28,000 a year
- Overtime
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
Children's Residential Support Worker
Leighview Social Support —Southend-on-Sea
- From £28,656 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Maintenance
- Experience working with children
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Young Persons Worker, Ref: 0162ZS
WithYou —Faversham
- £26,250 - £30,900 a year
- School
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
6d
Children's Support Worker – Flexible Hours
Compass Children's Homes —Thorpe le Soken
- Day shift
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
Children's Support Worker - full training given
Rubicon Children's Services —Herne Bay
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
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3d
R2R103785 - Social Worker Children Looked After Team - Permanent
South End City Council —Southend-on-Sea
- £39,152 - £45,091 a year
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Annual leave
Youth Support Worker
Equipped 4 Life —Southend-on-Sea
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Budgeting
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Store discount
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16h
Bank Residential Children's Support Workers
Excellence Consulting Services —Benfleet
- £13.00 - £14.50 an hour
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Driving
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3h
Residential Support Worker (Full-time) (Children Home)
Oakley House Children's Home —Basildon
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Overtime
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Quick apply
10d
Bank and Permanent Residential Children's Support Workers
Excellence Consulting Services —Benfleet
- £13.00 - £14.50 an hour
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Driving
Quick apply
3h
Children's Residential Support Worker
Peach Tree Support Services Ltd —Colchester
- £13 - £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Organisational skills
- Paid training
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Children's Activity Support - Group Helper (Supporting children aged 9-18 months and their families in Mid Essex)
Barnardo's —Chelmsford
- Call to connect
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
7d
Children's home Support Worker
Blacksmith Health Care Limited —Rainham
- £15 - £17 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
7d
Children's Home - Waking Night Support Worker
Peach Tree Support Services Ltd —Colchester
- £15.00 - £15.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Driving
- Paid training
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Waking Night Support Worker (Children)
Cherry Care Children's home —Canvey Island
- £13.50 - £14.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
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13d
CARE Together Boys and Young Mens Worker
The Children's Society —Chelmsford
- £29,855 a year
Youth Support Worker
Help Young People Thrive —Gillingham
- £12.71 - £15.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
Quick apply

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Youth Support Worker

Blossom Living Limited -
Colchester

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Job details

Zero hours contract
£12.75 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Health & wellbeing programme
Flexible schedule
On-site parking

Qualifications

English
Experience working with children
Youth work
Mentoring
Safeguarding procedures
Experience of working with children and young people
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Communication skills
Teaching

Full job description

Be the Difference – Youth Support Worker at Blossom Living (Empower Young Lives!)

Zero hours- Sleep in shifts/sickness cover/Holiday cover/day shifts/

-Higher rate of hourly pay and sleep-in for emergency shift cover!

Are you ready to make a positive difference in a young persons life?

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in young people’s lives? Blossom Living is seeking Youth Support Workers who are compassionate, dedicated, and ready to help 16–18-year-olds blossom into independent adults. At Blossom Living, our core values of diversity, inclusion, team spirit, and commitment to young people's development guide everything we do and we’re looking for people who share these values to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

Mentor and Support: Guide and support young people (16–18) in supported accommodation, helping them develop essential life skills such as cooking, budgeting, cleaning, and personal care for independent living.
Empower & Inspire: Provide emotional support and positive mentorship – be a trusted confidant and role model who encourages each young person to believe in themselves and work towards their goals.
Ensure Well-Being: Monitor each young person’s well-being and progress. Maintain a safe, nurturing environment by following safeguarding procedures and addressing any challenges calmly and professionally.Work closely with a friendly team and external professionals (social workers, educators, etc.) to create and follow individual action plans for each young person’s development. and general observations.

What We Offer (Benefits & Perks)

Range of Flexible Hours- Hours can range from 8am-8pm (Day Shifts) 8pm-8am(including sleep- in) Holiday and sickness cover!
Wellness Programme: Your well-being matters. We provide employee wellness initiatives (like counselling support, wellness workshops) to keep you healthy and happy through the Employee Assist Programme membership.
Paid DBS Checks: We cover the full cost of your enhanced DBS background check, so you have no out-of-pocket expenses to start working with us.
Training & Development: Grow with us! Whether you’re experienced or new to the field, you’ll receive comprehensive paid training – including a thorough induction and ongoing professional development (courses, workshops, and mentoring). We invest in you so you can best support our young people.
Career Progression: We believe in nurturing talent. You’ll have a clear path to advance your career – many of our team members progress from Support Worker to Supervisors, Team Leader, or other senior management roles.
Inclusive Team Culture: Be part of a supportive, family-like team that live our values every day. We celebrate diversity, encourage inclusion, and make sure every team member’s voice is heard. Team spirit isn’t just a slogan here – it’s how we work, support each other, and succeed together.

About You (Qualifications & Qualities)

We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals who can bring empathy and energy to this role. Our ideal candidate will have many of the following qualities:

Experience or Eagerness to Learn: Previous experience (around 1+ year) working with young people or vulnerable adults is highly valued. However, if you don’t have direct experience but have a genuine passion and willingness to learn, we will provide full training to help you thrive in this role.
Compassion & Patience: Have a big heart and plenty of patience. Understand that many of our 16–18-year-olds have faced challenges, and you’re committed to listening, understanding, and encouraging them every step of the way.
Resilience: Supporting teenagers can be challenging as well as rewarding. Your stay calm and solution-focused in tough situations, handle setbacks with a positive attitude, and bounce back quickly to keep providing great support.
Communication Skills: You are fluent in English and communicate clearly, both spoken and written. You can connect with young people from diverse backgrounds and also convey information professionally to colleagues and other stakeholders.
Team Player: Your thrive in a team environment and believe we’re stronger together. You respect others’ differences, contribute ideas, and support your colleagues. You’re also able to work independently and take initiative when needed.
Reliability & Professionalism: You’re responsible, punctual, and can be counted on to follow through with tasks. You maintain professional boundaries, follow safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines, and keep accurate records. (Basic computer skills for record-keeping are a plus.)
Growth Mindset: You’re open to feedback, eager to improve, and excited to take on training opportunities. You want to build a long-term career with us, growing as we grow – your ambition to develop aligns with our commitment to staff progression.

Essential Requirements

Right to Work in the UK: You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom. (Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.)
DBS & References: Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (paid by us) and provide satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment standards.
Fluent English: High proficiency in English (speaking, reading, and writing) is essential for communicating with residents and recording information.
Flexible Availability: Ability to work on a rota that may include evenings, weekends, and occasional nights. Our service runs 24/7, so team members share responsibilities to ensure continuous support.
Minimum Age: 24 years or older (due to the nature of the role and legal requirements).

(Blossom Living is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people; all staff are expected to share this commitment.)

If you’re looking for a meaningful opportunity where you can truly make a difference every day, Blossom Living is the place for you. Join our team and help shape brighter futures for young people in our community.

Blossom Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the young people we support. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.

Apply today and let’s help young people blossom into their best selves – together!

Pay: £12.75 per hour

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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youth worker jobs in southminster, ess

Youth Support Worker

Youth Mentor

Children and Youth Project Worker

Youth Engagement Coach

Children's Residential Support Worker

Young Persons Worker, Ref: 0162ZS

Children's Support Worker – Flexible Hours

Children's Support Worker - full training given

R2R103785 - Social Worker Children Looked After Team - Permanent

Youth Support Worker

Bank Residential Children's Support Workers

Residential Support Worker (Full-time) (Children Home)

Bank and Permanent Residential Children's Support Workers

Children's Residential Support Worker

Children's Activity Support - Group Helper (Supporting children aged 9-18 months and their families in Mid Essex)

Children's home Support Worker

Children's Home - Waking Night Support Worker

Waking Night Support Worker (Children)

CARE Together Boys and Young Mens Worker

Youth Support Worker

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