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SalaryAbout the Outreach Leaving Care team
Leaving Care- Outreach
Leaving care Support Workers offer support to some of the most vulnerable young people in society. Bedspace outreach team support the transition from the care system to independence within community outreach settings.
We ensure all our young people have the tools they need to live independently and become a positive part of society. We do this through our work with the ASDAN resettlement training system which is embedded into the work we carry out with our Young People.
Bedspace utilises a relationship-based approach to our support delivery to work through traumatic events that the Young Person may have experienced. Bedspace has a unique approach to service delivery and support that takes a holistic view of delivering support.
We follow a person-centred approach to support delivery.
Due to the areas this role covers a car driver with a vehicle is essential.
About you
You will have a genuine passion for this sector, looking to make a difference with our service users and will be looking for a challenging but rewarding role.
Essential Skills:
- Previous experience working with Young Vulnerable Adults 16+
- Travel is essential so must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle insured for business use
- Computer literate
- Good interpersonal skills
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- An understanding of working with Multi Agencies
- Thorough knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Have or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification
We have recently released some videos to provide insight into Bedspace's values, culture, and workspace! Follow the link to our careers page below and scroll to find the videos! www.bedspace.co.uk/careers
Please see the youtube link "Day in the life of a Support Worker" for an overview on Bedspace Outreach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjlN9TGBweo
About Bedspace
We are Bedspace. Our mission is simple - to transform the lives of vulnerable people. Our team of 300+ people work to provide housing and support packages to our service users in asylum, young people Leaving Care, adults in social care and homeless families and individuals. 2024 sees us celebrate our 25th anniversary, in which time we’ve supported over 17,000 vulnerable people to transform their lives.
At Bedpace, we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable people in our work. As part of our recruitment, selection, and appointment processes we conduct a range of vetting checks including Enhance DBS checks, to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and vulnerable people are appointed.
Please note that at present Bedspace are unable to provide sponsorships.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,854.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship? (unfortunately we are unable to offer this)
Experience:
- Youth work: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TLLC
