Youth Support Worker
Blackpool
£10.42 per hour - Overtime/Bank rate of £11.67 per hour (including holiday leave entitlement)
Care & Community Ltd are currently recruiting Waking Night Youth Support Workers to help 16–18-year-olds embrace their independence and develop key life skills after leaving the care system in a supportive, nurturing environment.
As we provide 24/7 support to our young people, we are looking for flexible Support Workers to work across a range of shifts, full-time or part-time, including, Waking Nights, evenings and weekends. You will receive £10.42 per hour - overtime/bank rate of £11.67 per hour (including holiday entitlement pay), 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time), Certified Qualifications and training.
The team at Care & Community empower our young people to live and not just exist, nurturing them to maximise every opportunity, and help them find their feet as the embark on their individual journey becoming part of the community.
As a Youth Support Worker, you will:
· Support 16–18-year-old care leavers in developing independent living skills
· Arrange suitable activities in the home setting and in the wider community.
· Support our people in setting and achieving their goals.
For this role you will have achieved, or be prepared to work towards (with full support and guidance):
· Care Certificate in Social or Mental Health
· Level 2 in Health and Social Care
· Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce
We do require Social Care experience for this role, but full training and support will be provided, however, this role may be suited to those with experience as a Support Worker, Youth Mentor, or someone with a natural sense of empathy that is open to problem solving and thinking outside of the box. And most importantly someone who wants to make a difference, to see the best in people and utilise the transferrable skills gained in your personal and work life.
A full driving licence and access to a car is desirable, but not essential.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
If you feel you have the skills and experience required, apply today, or get in touch with the team on (phone number removed)