At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and empower young people to develop essential life skills and wellbeing.
- Company: A dedicated organisation focused on youth support and community development.
- Benefits: Free training, pension contributions, paid annual leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Live-in role with flexible hours and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Minimum level 3 NVQ in Social Care or equivalent; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
This is a live-in position requiring a self-motivated candidate to accompany, support and promote the wellbeing of young people (16 - 21yrs) living in a supported accommodation provision. This is a live-in role as defined by HMRC as unmeasured work.
Your responsibilities will include some of the following:
- Offering personalised support and safeguarding young people to develop needed life skills including cooking, budgeting, healthy living, access education/training/employment etc.
- Accompany young people to appointments
- Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of the service user
- Support the young person to access social activities as well as making right choices
- Understand and manage challenging behaviours that young people may present
- Working in partnership with social workers and other external agencies such as CAMHS, GP, Youth Offending service, etc.
- Adhering to organisational policies and procedures
- Willing to work nights and weekends per rota including Live-in for a minimum of 4 days per week (subject to your availability and personal needs).
Candidates must have a minimum level 3 NVQ in Social Care or equivalent. Must possess level 3 in functional skills (ICT, Literacy and Numeracy) and be willing to learn. Employment offer is subject to Enhanced DBS / Police check and satisfactory references.
Employee Benefits and Assistance Programme:
- Free training available for interested candidates with a passion to help others.
- A pension with employer contribution
- Paid annual leave - including public holidays pro rata
Read more in Leicester employer: Transforming Lives Co
As a Youth & Community Worker in this live-in role, you will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to empowering young people aged 16-21 in a supportive accommodation setting. The company fosters a nurturing work culture that prioritises employee growth through free training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and paid annual leave. Working here not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals but also offers a unique chance to develop your skills in a collaborative environment.
