Youth Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference? Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding role where you can truly change lives? If you have a caring heart and a desire to support young people through challenges, we want to hear from YOU!

At Brook Street Social Care, we are offering an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive team and start or continue your career in care. If you are ready to help vulnerable young people thrive in a safe and nurturing environment, this is the role for you!

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive Salary: £29,093 - £36,395 per annum
• Additional Allowances: £1,294 (5%) Secure Unit Allowance or £646 (2.5%) Maple House Allowance
• £2,482 Enhanced Pay for Unsociable Hours (paid monthly)
• £1,667 Sleep-In Allowance (paid monthly)
• Great Benefits: Durham County Council Pension Scheme
• 26 days of paid annual leave (increasing to 31 days after 5 years)
• Full training and induction to help you succeed
• Discounted gym membership and Dell IT product discounts
• Employee Assistance Scheme for your well-being

The Role:

We are excited to offer an opportunity at the Aycliffe Centre in Durham, where you will be part of a dedicated team providing specialist care to young people aged 10 to 18. These young people face complex challenges, and your role will be to guide, support, and empower them to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

What You Will Do:

• Be a keyworker providing consistency and support for young people, helping them feel safe and valued.
• Advocate and support each individual with kindness, respect, and compassion.
• Safeguard and challenge the young people when necessary, helping them develop life skills and resilience.
• Administer medication and maintain thorough, accurate records.
• Write care plans and reports to track progress and provide tailored support.
• Lead educational, recreational, and physical activities to encourage growth and development.
• Ensure all actions align with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 to maintain high standards of care.

Shift Pattern:

• Rotating Weekdays: Monday-Friday (7:30 am - 2:45 pm / 2:15 pm - 11:00 pm)
• Fortnightly Weekend Shifts: Saturdays and Sundays (8:00 am - 1:15 pm / 1:15 pm - 11:00 pm)

What We Are Looking For:

• Passion for Care: A genuine commitment to improving the lives of young people.
• Strong Communication Skills: Able to share information effectively and work closely with a team.
• Calm and Composed: Able to handle challenging situations with empathy and patience.
• Empathy and Understanding: Build meaningful relationships with young people, offering support when they need it most.
• Flexibility: A positive, 'can-do' attitude and a desire to be part of a team that makes a difference.
• Experience: While care experience is beneficial, we offer full training to help you succeed in the role.

About Brook Street:

Brook Street is a trusted recruitment agency partnering with some of the UK’s leading organizations across a variety of sectors. We focus on matching talented individuals with the right opportunities, ensuring you find the perfect fit for your career.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a rewarding, supportive environment, this is your chance to shine! Join us, and help make a lasting impact on young lives!

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and believe in creating an inclusive, supportive workplace for everyone.