Support Worker

Support Worker
Newcastle
Young People Service (16-21)
3-month contract
35 hours per week
£16.38 LTD / £13.96 PAYE (inc.

holiday pay)

An exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to support young people aged 16-21 in their transition to independent living.

The role involves empowering young people to engage with support services and achieve their goals while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

THE ROLE
As a Support Worker, you will provide crucial support to young people, helping them develop the skills needed to live independently.

You will work closely with young individuals, offering support in areas like budgeting, personal hygiene, tenancy management, and more.

The role requires strong communication and a positive, enthusiastic approach to empowering vulnerable young people.

• Act as the key worker for a group of young people, coordinating their support package and ensuring their well-being.


• Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for young people moving into accommodation, explaining house rules and tenancy agreements.


• Develop and implement SMART action plans to help young people achieve their independence.


• Support young people with budgeting, benefits claims, cooking, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.


• Liaise with external agencies and professionals to provide holistic support to young people.


• Address issues such as challenging behavior using de-escalation techniques and promote positive behavior.


• Manage housing and property-related tasks, ensuring the accommodation meets standards and is ready for re-let when necessary.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting young people, particularly in a housing or social care environment.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about empowering vulnerable individuals to make positive changes in their lives.

• Previous experience working with young people aged 16-21, ideally in a housing or support role.


• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of young people.


• Experience with tenancy management, benefits claims, and independent living skills development.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and engage hard-to-reach individuals.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm


• 3-month contract with potential extension


• Pay rate: £16.38 per hour LTD, or £13.96 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail!
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!