Early Support and Transitions Youth Worker (job ref: 26-57)
Company: Young Devon
Salary: from £28,466 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Exeter
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 8 Sept 2026
Closing date: 28 Sept 2026
Summary
Young people regularly contact us in East Devon due to relationship breaking down with family they live with. Be part of the solution and join our Housing Resolutions team as the next...
Early Support and Transitions Youth Worker (job ref: 26-57)
Permanent Contract - Based in Exeter
Full time, 37 hours - £28,466.00 per annum.
The role will deliver high-quality youth work interventions that focus on early prevention, supporting young people to remain in, or return to, safe and appropriate accommodation wherever possible. This includes working with families and wider support networks to reduce relationship breakdown and enable sustainable housing pathways. Working across the East Devon area providing timely information, advice and guidance on housing options to young people, families, and partner agencies. Using a trauma informed youth work approach to building relationships with young people and their families and support shared understanding of the realities of becoming homeless.
Knowledge on housing protocols, legislation & housing options would be an advantage, however, training will be given for this specialised post. It's a great opportunity to build a career in this sector.
Please note- The post holder will be expected to drive and have access to a car to be able to travel within the locality and occasionally elsewhere, at times transporting young people in their own vehicle.
Additional Information
For more information about this role, watch our video: https://youtube.com/shorts/WCcRTgUHgKY
Important Dates
- Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 28th September 2026
- Stage 1 online interviews: Thursday 1st October 2026
- Stage 2 in person interviews: Monday 5th October 2026
What can we offer?
Young Devon provides generous holiday entitlement from day one, access to training and not to mention our welcoming, kind and passionate workplace culture.
We are not a sponsorship organisation for overseas candidates.
Young Devon is a youth work charity (1057949) passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and committed to embracing diversity. Young Devon is committed to Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable groups and all applicants who will or could have unsupervised access to these groups will complete the required checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Knowledge on housing protocols, legislation & housing options would be an advantage, however, training will be given for this specialised post. It's a great opportunity to build a career in this sector.
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Early Support and Transitions Youth Worker in Exeter employer: Young Devon
Young Devon is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a strong focus on values-based leadership, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages reflective practice and co-production, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment. Located in the vibrant areas of Plymouth, Ivybridge, or Newton Abbot, working here means being part of a dedicated team committed to creating innovative housing solutions for young people.
