At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in building confidence and life skills for independent living.
- Company: RGB Recruitment, dedicated to empowering youth in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £15.34 per hour and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Temporary role until September 2026 with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience with youth support and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 15.34 - 15.34 £ per hour.
Overview
RGB Recruitment is seeking a Youth Development Worker for a temporary position based in Penzance, paying £15.34 per hour.
Working 37 hours per week on an agency basis until September 2026, you will support young people aged 16–25 within a supported accommodation service.
The role involves helping individuals experiencing homelessness build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Providing one-to-one support and key worker sessions.
- Creating and reviewing personalised support and action plans.
- Completing risk assessments and managing safeguarding concerns.
- Supporting tenancy sustainment and housing-related needs.
- Assisting with benefits applications and financial management.
- Helping young people access education, training and employment opportunities.
- Working alongside partner agencies to secure the right support.
- Preparing young people for successful move-on into independent accommodation.
About You
- Experience supporting or engaging with young people.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning.
- An understanding of mental health, wellbeing and the challenges facing vulnerable young people.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, resilient and person-centred approach.
- Details
To apply: Send your CV to cjones@rgbrec. co. uk or call 07375412872 for an informal chat.
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We think you need these skills to ace Youth Development Worker
One-to-One Support
Key Worker Sessions
Personalised Support Planning
Risk Assessment
Safeguarding Knowledge
Tenancy Sustainment
Financial Management
